The correct answer is C. The first sermon delivered by Buddha at Sarnath.
The Dharmachakra Pravartana, also known as the Setting in Motion of the Wheel of the Law, was the first sermon delivered by the Buddha after his enlightenment. It took place in Sarnath, India, and is considered to be the founding event of Buddhism.
In the sermon, the Buddha taught the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path. The Four Noble Truths are:
- Suffering exists.
- Suffering is caused by attachment.
- Suffering can be ended.
- The way to end suffering is to follow the Eightfold Path.
The Eightfold Path is a set of eight steps that lead to enlightenment. The steps are:
- Right understanding
- Right thought
- Right speech
- Right action
- Right livelihood
- Right effort
- Right mindfulness
- Right concentration
The Dharmachakra Pravartana is a significant event in Buddhist history. It marks the beginning of the Buddha’s teaching career and the founding of Buddhism as a religion.
A. Nirvana is the state of perfect peace and happiness that is achieved by following the Eightfold Path.
B. The birth of Buddha is a significant event in Buddhist history, but it is not the same as the Dharmachakra Pravartana.
D. None of these is the correct answer.