Composition of the biography of the Buddha occupies a special place in Buddhist literature. Which one among the following, is a full-fledged biography of the Buddha ?

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Composition of the biography of the Buddha occupies a special place in Buddhist literature.
Which one among the following, is a full-fledged biography of the Buddha ?

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History

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CAPF

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Among the given options, the full-fledged biography of the Buddha is Lalitavistara. Buddhist literature includes various texts and scriptures that document the life and teachings of the Buddha. However, not all of them provide a comprehensive biography.

Option 1, Lalitavistara, is a Sanskrit text that is considered to be one of the oldest and most detailed biographies of the Buddha. It covers the story of the Buddha`s birth, his early life as a prince, his renunciation of worldly life, his spiritual quest, and his enlightenment. It also includes various teachings, anecdotes, and miracles associated with the Buddha.

Option 2, Milind Panho, is a Buddhist text that consists of a series of dialogues between King Milinda and the Buddhist monk Nagasena. While it contains philosophical discussions and explanations of Buddhist concepts, it does not provide a comprehensive biographical account of the Buddha.

Option 3, Sariputra-prakarana, is a text that focuses on the life and teachings of Sariputra, one of the chief disciples of the Buddha, rather than the Buddha himself.

Option 4, Avadanasataka, is a collection of stories and anecdotes related to various individuals, including the Buddha. However, it