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The Sermon at Benares — English (Language & Literature) STD 10 — Question

CBSE BoardEnglish MediumSTD 10English (Language & Literature)The Sermon at Benares3 Marks
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Why did the Buddha choose Benares to preach his first sermon?
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Answer

Benares is considered to be the most holy place on the banks of the sacred River Ganges. Many people come here to get rid of their sorrows and sufferings and to repent for their sins. As the Buddha wanted to lessen their sorrows and sufferings, he chose to preach his first Sermon at Benares.

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