The first Buddhist council was held under the patronage of which of the following kings?

Q. The first Buddhist council was held under the patronage of which of the following kings?
Answer: Ajatshatru
Notes: The first Buddhist council was held under the patronage of king Ajatshatru at Rajgriha in 483 BCE. This council was held just after the death of buddha. The president of the first council was monk Mahakassapa.

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