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Q. At which ancient site in Bihar is it believed that Mahākāśyapa, a disciple of Buddha, died while waiting for the future Buddha, Maitreya?
Answer: Gurpa Hill
Notes: Gurpa Hill, also called Kukkutapāda or Gurupādaka, is a major Buddhist site in Bihar, believed to be the death site of Mahākāśyapa. It is near Bodh Gaya, noted for its stupa and visited by Chinese traveler Xuanzang. It is one of the highest points in the Gangetic plains.
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