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Q. Consider the following statements regarding types of Buddhist stupas:
  1. Saririka Stupas contain the buried bodily remains of Lord Buddha.
  2. Uddeshika Stupas contain the buried belongings of Lord Buddha.
  3. Paribhogika Stupas are memorial stupas built to commemorate events related to Buddha.
Which of the above statements is / are correct?
Answer: Only 1
Notes: Saririka Stupas are constructed to enshrine the bodily relics of the Buddha. Paribhogika Stupas contain objects used by the Buddha, not his bodily remains, while Uddeshika Stupas are built as memorials and do not contain belongings or relics. Thus, only the statement regarding Saririka Stupas is correct.
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