What significant events are commemorated by Buddhists on Vesak Day?

C. Death (Parinirvana) of Buddha

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Buddhism MCQs with Answers

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1.
Past Paper MCQ
In which year was the founder of Buddhism born?
Correct Answer: C. 563 BCE
One-liner
The founder of Buddhism, Gautama Buddha (Siddhartha Gautama), was born in 563 BCE in Lumbini (present-day Nepal).
2.
Past Paper MCQ
Who is credited with founding Buddhism?
Correct Answer: D. Gautama Buddha
One-liner
Buddhism was founded by Gautama Buddha (Siddhartha Gautama), who lived in the 6th–5th century BCE in present-day Nepal/India.
3.
What significant events are commemorated by Buddhists on Vesak Day?
Correct Answer: D. All of these
One-liner
Vesak Day commemorates all three major events: the birth, enlightenment, and death (Parinirvana) of Gautama Buddha.
4.
The Tripitaka is the sacred scripture of which religion?
Correct Answer: D. Buddhism
One-liner
The Tripitaka (meaning "Three Baskets") is the sacred scripture of Buddhism.