What does 'Vajrayana' mean?

It translates to 'The Diamond Vehicle' or 'Thunderbolt Vehicle', emphasizing the indestructible nature of enlightenment.

History of Buddhism in India

UPSC Archival Analysis

Q: Which form of Buddhism was prominent during the Sultanate period?

Vajrayana Buddhism was the prominent form of the faith during the early Sultanate period, particularly in the academic and religious centers of Eastern India.

Exam Year

2013

Evidence Source

UPSC Level

ID: HIS_MED_2013_157 Ref: Standard Educational Reference