Question
Download Solution PDFThe Buddha belonged to a small gana known as _________.
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is Sakya gana.
Key Points
- The Sakya gana was ruled by a council of elders known as the Gana Parishad and was known for its adherence to Vedic traditions and rituals.
- The Buddha's father, Suddhodana, was the ruler of the Sakya gana and belonged to the Kshatriya caste, which was associated with military and administrative duties.
Additional Information
- The Avanti gana was a larger republic located in present-day Madhya Pradesh and was known for its administrative and economic prosperity under the rule of King Pradyota.
- The Kuru gana was an ancient Vedic tribe that was mentioned in the Mahabharata and was associated with the Kuru dynasty, which ruled over the kingdom of Hastinapura.
- The Panchal gana was a confederation of five tribes located in present-day Uttar Pradesh and was known for its military prowess and contribution to the epic battles in the Mahabharata.
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