What was the main outcome of the First Buddhist Council?

Ananda recited the Sutta Pitaka (discourses) and Upali recited the Vinaya Pitaka (monastic rules), preserving the Dhamma for future generations.

Buddhist History

UPSC Archival Analysis

The first Buddhist Council was held in Rajgir under the patronage of King Ajatshatru in 483 BCE.

Exam Year

2010

Evidence Source

ID: HIS_ANC_2010_69 Ref: Standard Educational Reference