Which among the following has been selected as the cultural capital of SAARC region for 2015?

Lumbini (Nepal)
Bamiyan (Afghanistan)
Sarnath (India)
Dhaka (Bangladesh)

The correct answer is (a), Lumbini. Lumbini is a town in Nepal and the birthplace of Gautama Buddha, the founder of Buddhism. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a major pilgrimage destination for Buddhists from all over the world.

Bamiyan is a town in Afghanistan that was once home to two giant Buddha statues. The statues were destroyed by the Taliban in 2001.

Sarnath is a town in India that is considered to be the birthplace of Buddhism. It is the site where Gautama Buddha gave his first sermon after his enlightenment.

Dhaka is the capital of Bangladesh. It is a major economic and cultural center.