What prompted the Mahabhinishkramana?

The 'Four Sights'—witnessing an old man, a sick man, a corpse, and an ascetic—which led him to question the nature of suffering.

Life of the Buddha

UPSC Archival Analysis

Q: Which of the events of Buddha's life is known as 'Mahabhinishkramana'?

Mahabhinishkramana refers to the 'Great Departure' of Prince Siddhartha from his palace at age 29 to seek spiritual truth. It is symbolized by the horse.

Exam Year

2014

Evidence Source

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ID: HIS_PHI_2014_52 Ref: Chapter 4: Thinkers, Beliefs and Buildings