GK
INDIAN HISTORY
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Question
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The site of birth (nativity) of Gautam Buddha is marked by -
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a statue
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a Peepal Tree
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a monastery
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a ‘Rummindei Pillar’ of Ashok Maurya
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Notes: Lumbini, the birthplace of Lord Buddha, is marked by a commemorative pillar erected by Mauryan Emperor Ashoka of India during his pilgrimage to the holy site in 249 BC. The inscription on the Ashoka Pillar indentifies the Sacred Garden – spread over 9 sq.
Detailed explanation-2: -Luṃmini Gāme (, “City of Lumbini") inscription in the Rummindei Edict of Ashoka.
Detailed explanation-3: -In 1895 CE, a German archaeologist named Alois Fuhrer was successful in rediscovering Lumbini. Alois had unearthed some structures built by Ashoka. There was a temple which depicted Buddha’s life. The temple also covers the actual place where Lord Buddha was born.
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