Which of the following is NOT a true statement about Buddhism? Which of the following is NOT a true statement about Buddhism? A.

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Which of the following is NOT a true statement about Buddhism? Which of the following is NOT a true statement about Buddhism? A.

After the Buddha died, five hundred followers met to decide how to record the many teachings of the Buddha at the first council of Rajagrha. B. The two major schools of Buddhism are Mahayana and Theravada. C. Emperor Ashoka played an important role in the spread of Buddhism. D. Buddhism originated in China.

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Damm [24] · Answer 1 · 2021-11-24T04:14:42+03:00

Damm [24]4 years ago

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D. Buddhism Originated In China

Scrat [10] · Answer 2 · 2021-11-24T06:31:26+03:00

Answer:

D. Buddhism originated in China.

Explanation:

Buddhism was founded by Buddha who was born in in 6th century BC in present day Nepal which at that time was part of India. It soon began to spread in other parts of India. The Mauryan emperor Asoka-The Great was instrumental in spreading Buddhism in the other countries of the world. It was in 3rd century BC that Buddhism began to spread in China.