INDIAN HISTORY

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Which of the following terms denote monastic establishments of different religious affiliations?
A
3 & 4 only
B
2 & 3 only
C
1 & 2 only
D
1, 2 & 3
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -A monastery complex typically comprises a number of buildings which include a church, dormitory, cloister, refectory, library, balneary and infirmary, and outlying granges.

Detailed explanation-2: -The tradition of the ordained monastic community (sangha) began with the Buddha, who established an order of bhikkhus (monks). According to the scriptures, later, after an initial reluctance, he also established an order of Bhikkhunis (nuns or women monks).

Detailed explanation-3: -Nyingma (founded in 8th century) Kagyu (founded in the early 11th century) Sakya (founded in 1073) Gelug (founded in 1409) 08-Jun-2020

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