Q34.
With reference to ancient India, Gautama Buddha was generally known by which of the following epithets ? 1. Nayaputta 2. Shakyamuni 3. Tathagata Select the correct answer using the code given below :
Answer
B
Explanation
• Surviving early Jain and Buddhist literature uses several names (or epithets) for Mahavira, including Nayaputta, Muni, Samana, Nigantha, Brahman, and Bhagavan. • Shakyamuni: This epithet refers to Gautama Buddha as the "Sage of the Shakyas," indicating his association with the Shakya clan. • Tathagata: This is a Pali and Sanskrit term used by Gautama Buddha to refer to himself or other Buddhas, meaning "'Thus-come', one who has come from Thusness " Hence option (b) is the correct answer.