With reference to Indian history, who among the following is a future

With reference to Indian history, who among the following is a future Buddha, yet to come to save the world ?

Avalokiteshvara

Lokesvara

Maitreya

Padmapani

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In Buddhist theology, Maitreya is considered the future Buddha who will appear on Earth in the future, achieve complete enlightenment, and teach the pure dharma. According to Buddhist scriptures, Maitreya will be the successor to the present Buddha, Gautama Buddha.

Maitreya is a Bodhisattva who is destined to become a Buddha in the future. The concept of future Buddhas is part of various Buddhist traditions, particularly Mahayana Buddhism.

Avalokiteshvara (also known as Lokesvara and Padmapani in different forms) is a Bodhisattva of Compassion, widely revered in Mahayana Buddhism, but not considered the future Buddha who will attain enlightenment on Earth in a future age.

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