The Buddha delivered his first sermon, known as `Turning of the wheel of law` at

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Q: 14 (CDS-I/2009)
The Buddha delivered his first sermon, known as 'Turning of the wheel of law' at

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History

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CDS-I

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The correct answer is option 2: Sarnath.

The Buddha delivered his first sermon, known as the `Turning of the Wheel of Law` at Sarnath. Sarnath is an important Buddhist pilgrimage site located near Varanasi in Uttar Pradesh, India.

Option 1, Sanchi, is not the correct answer. Sanchi is another important Buddhist site known for its ancient stupas and monasteries. However, the first sermon was not delivered there.

Option 3, Sravasti, is also not the correct answer. Sravasti is an ancient city associated with the Buddha`s life, but it is not the location of the first sermon.

Option 4, Bodh Gaya, is incorrect as well. Bodh Gaya is the place where the Buddha attained enlightenment under the Bodhi tree, but the first sermon was not delivered there.

Therefore, the correct answer remains option 2: Sarnath. It is where the Buddha delivered his first sermon and set in motion the teachings of Buddhism.