The site of birth [nativity] of Gautam Buddha is marked by :

Options

A. a monastery
B. a ''Rummindei Pillar'' of Ashok Maurya
C. a statue
D. a Peepal Tree

Answer

B

Explanation

Lumbini, the birthplace of Lord Buddha, is marked by a commemorative pillar erected by Mauryan Emperor Ashoka of India during his pilgrimage to the holy site in 249 BC. The inscription on the Ashoka Pillar indentifles the Sacred Garden spread over 9 sq. km - as the spot where the Enlightened One was born. Lumbini was known as Rummindel in Asoka.s time.