SSC MTS EXAM

SSC

WORLD HISTORY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Under which dynasty did Buddhism flourish in China?
A
Han
B
Tang
C
Song
D
Gupta
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The height or “golden age” of Buddhism in China was during the Tang Dynasty (618-907 CE). During this period, many of the Tang emperors protected monasteries. The faith grew both spiritually and economically.

Detailed explanation-2: -It is widely believed that Buddhism was introduced to China during the Han period (206 BC-220 AD). After its introduction, Mahayana Buddhism, the most prominent branch of Buddhism in China, played an important role in shaping Chinese civilization.

Detailed explanation-3: -The Tang Dynasty is considered a golden age of Chinese arts and culture. In power from 618 to 906 A.D., Tang China attracted an international reputation that spilled out of its cities and, through the practice of Buddhism, spread its culture across much of Asia.

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