Question

Consider the following.
$1$. Pitakas
$2$. Angas
$3$. Jataka
Which of the above is/are branches of Buddhist literature?

• A. $1$ and $3$
• B. $2$ and $3$
• C. $1,2$ and $3$
• D. Only $1$

Answer 1

The correct option is A $1$ and $3$

The three Pitakas or the 'Triratnas' form as the core of the Buddhist doctrine. Jatakas is a collection of over 500 poems briefly outlining folk tales and stories related to Lord Buddha. At the same time Angas are related to Jain literature. So the correct answer is both 1 and 3.