In which of the following Buddhist texts are the rules mentioned for Buddhist monks and nuns?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Vinaya Pitaka.
The correct answer is Vinaya Pitaka. It is one of the three main sections of the Tripitaka and contains the rules and disciplinary codes (Patimokkha) for Buddhist monks and nuns. It guides monastic life, including conduct, ethics, and procedures for resolving conflicts within the Sangha.
Other options:
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Dhammapada: A collection of verses and sayings of the Buddha focusing on ethical teachings and philosophy, not detailed monastic rules.
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Sutta Pitaka: Contains sermons, discourses, and teachings of the Buddha, emphasising doctrine and philosophy rather than monastic discipline.
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Abhidhamma Pitaka: Focuses on philosophical and psychological analysis of the Buddha’s teachings, not practical rules for monks or nuns.