Which among the following is the great Buddhist work consisting of dialogues between the Indo-Greek King Menander and the Buddhist philosopher Nagasena?

Milinda Panha
Arthsashtra
Jataka
Kumarasambhava

The correct answer is A. Milinda Panha.

Milinda Panha is a Buddhist text consisting of dialogues between the Indo-Greek King Menander I and the Buddhist monk Nagasena. It is one of the most important texts in Theravada Buddhism and is considered to be a classic of Buddhist literature.

The text is set in the 2nd century BCE, during the reign of Menander I, who was a Greek king who ruled over parts of what is now India and Pakistan. Menander was a convert to Buddhism and is said to have had a number of discussions with Nagasena, a Buddhist monk who was renowned for his wisdom and learning.

The Milinda Panha is a collection of these discussions, which cover a wide range of topics, including the nature of reality, the existence of God, the meaning of life, and the path to enlightenment. The text is written in the form of a question-and-answer dialogue, and it is through these questions and answers that Menander comes to understand the Buddhist teachings.

The Milinda Panha is an important text in Theravada Buddhism because it provides a clear and concise explanation of the Buddhist teachings. It is also a valuable historical document, as it provides insights into the beliefs and practices of Buddhism during the 2nd century BCE.

The other options are incorrect because they are not Buddhist texts.

  • Arthashastra is a treatise on statecraft written by Kautilya, a minister to the Indian emperor Chandragupta Maurya.
  • Jataka are stories about the previous lives of the Buddha.
  • Kumarasambhava is an epic poem about the life of the Buddha.
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