Question

During which ruler’s reign the fourth Buddhist Council was held?

Answer 1

During Kushan King Kanishka reign the fourth Buddhist Council was held.

Explanation:

• In 72 AD at Kundalwana, Kashmir, the fourth Buddhist council was held.
• Vasumitra presided it, while his deputy was Asvaghosa.
• Kushan King of Kanishka of the Kushan Empire supported the council.
• There were two sects of Buddhism named Mahayan and Hinayan.
• Six Buddhist councils were assembled in total.
• Sectarian clashes resulted in two major schools of Buddhism named Theravada and Mahayana.