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SSC Selection Post 2022 PYQ — Question 26

SSC Selection Post - Matriculation Level 2022 - 2 Aug 2022 - Shift 1 • General Awareness • Q26

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The Dhamek Stupa is located in which Indian state?

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Uttar Pradesh.

Dhamek Stupa:

  • Dhamek Stupa is a massive stupa located in Deer Park at Sarnath in the state of Uttar Pradesh.
  • One of the eight most important pilgrimage sites for Buddhists.
  • The name Dhamek derives from the Sanskrit word dharmeksā, which means "pondering of the law" in the Sanskrit language
  • It is the same location where the Buddha gave his first teaching to his first five disciples Kaundinya, Assaji, Bhaddiya, Vappa and Mahanama.
  • All five disciples eventually became fully liberated.