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How many rules do the monks have to follow?
A
217 rules
B
57 rules
C
186 rules
D
227 rules
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -In Theravada Buddhism, the Pāṭimokkha is the basic code of monastic discipline, consisting of 227 rules for fully ordained monks (bhikkhus ) and 311 for nuns (bhikkhuṇīs). It is contained in the Suttavibhaṅga, a division of the Vinaya Piṭaka.

Detailed explanation-2: -Refrain from harming living beings. Refrain from taking that which is not freely given. Refrain from sexual misconduct. Refrain from wrong speech; such as lying, idle chatter, malicious gossip or harsh speech. Refrain from intoxicating drink and drugs which lead to carelessness. 02-Oct-2002

Detailed explanation-3: -The Five Precepts. I undertake to observe the rule: Abstain from taking life. Abstain from taking what is not given. Abstain from sensuous misconduct. Abstain from false speech. Abstain from intoxicants as tending to cloud the mind.

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