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    Question

    Buddha Purnima is also referred to

    as:
    A Dhammachakra Day Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Vesak Day Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Bodhi Parva Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Nirvana Jayanti Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Buddha Purnima, also known as Vesak or Buddha Jayanti, is observed on the full moon day of the month of Vaisakha (April–May). The day holds triple significance:

    * It commemorates the birth of Siddhartha Gautama in Lumbini,

    * His enlightenment in Bodh Gaya, and

    * His parinirvana (final liberation) in Kusinara.

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