Q. Consider the following statements about the "World Tipitaka: Sajjhaya Phonetic Edition":

1. It is a phonetic compilation of the Pali Tipitaka to ensure accurate pronunciation.
2. It contains over nine million syllables of Buddhist scriptures.
3. It was released to mark the 75th anniversary of India's independence.
4. It has been presented to over 30 countries by the Thai Government.

Which of the above statements are correct?
Answer: 1, 2 and 4
Notes: The "World Tipitaka: Sajjhaya Phonetic Edition" was specifically designed for Sajjhaya (recitation) to ensure accurate pronunciation of the Pali Tipitaka, maintaining the original Pali pronunciation from over 2,500 years ago. The compilation encompasses the extensive Pali Canon, which includes over nine million syllables of Buddhist scriptures. ​ The special edition was published in 2016 as part of the World Tipitaka Project by the Thai government to commemorate the 70-year reign of King Bhumibol Adulyadej (Rama IX) and Queen Sirikit, not to mark India's 75th independence anniversary. The Thai government has distributed this special edition to more than 30 countries as a "Gift of Peace and Wisdom for All."