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Q39 (CDS-I/2013) History & Culture › Ancient India › Mahajanapadas and Buddha Answer Verified

Which of the following was/ were not related to Buddha's life? 1. Kanthaka 2. Alara Kalama 3. Channa 4. Goshala Maskariputra Select the correct answer using the codes given below—

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Prince Siddhartha's life is closely associated with Kanthaka, his favorite white horse, and Channa, his royal charioteer, both of whom accompanied him during the Great Renunciation when he left the palace [3]. Following his departure, Siddhartha sought spiritual guidance and joined Alara Kalama, a renowned sage, as a disciple for a brief period to learn meditation and the path to liberation. In contrast, Goshala Maskariputra (Makkhali Gosala) was the leader of the Ajivika sect and a contemporary of both Buddha and Mahavira [1]. While Buddhist records mention him as a rival teacher, he was not a part of Buddha's personal life or spiritual journey in the same capacity as his horse, charioteer, or teachers [1]. Therefore, only Goshala Maskariputra is not related to the personal life events of the Buddha.

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  1. [2] History , class XI (Tamilnadu state board 2024 ed.) > Chapter 3: Rise of Territorial Kingdoms and New Religious Sects > 3.4 Ajivikas > p. 38
  2. [3] History , class XI (Tamilnadu state board 2024 ed.) > Chapter 3: Rise of Territorial Kingdoms and New Religious Sects > 3.4 Ajivikas > p. 37
  3. [1] History , class XI (Tamilnadu state board 2024 ed.) > Chapter 3: Rise of Territorial Kingdoms and New Religious Sects > Life of Buddha > p. 41
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