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Why is Sarnath in Uttar Pradesh important for Buddhists?
Correct Answer: D — Buddha preached his first sermon in Sarnath
Explanation:
Sarnath is important for Buddhists because Buddha preached his first sermon there, an event called Dhammachakkapavattan (turning of the wheel of law). Buddha left home at 29, attained enlightenment at Bodh Gaya at 35 after seven years of wandering, then delivered his first teaching at Sarnath; he died in 483 BC at Kushinagar.