Q. First Buddhist Council was held during the reign of which of the following kings?
Answer: Ajatsatru
Notes: The First Buddhist Council was held at Saptaparni cave near Rajagriha in 72 AD, during the reign of Emperor Ajatsatru. It was held under the Presidentship of Mahakassapa to compile the Dhamma Pitaka and Vinaya Pitaka.

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