Previous Year Question
Gautama Siddhartha (Gautama Buddha) is believed to have piously meditated at which among the following places for six years before he went to Bodhgaya for the final realization?
A.
Lumbini
B.
Sarnath
C.
Dungeshwari Cave
D.
Kushinagar
Correct Answer: C
Detailed Solution
According to Buddhist tradition, Gautama Buddha underwent a prolonged period of severe ascetic practice before attaining enlightenment. The Dungeshwari Caves, also known as the Mahakala Caves, are traditionally associated with this phase of his life. Bihar Tourism states that Buddha is believed to have meditated there for six years before proceeding towards Bodh Gaya for enlightenment.