The Pitaka that contains pronouncements attributed to the Buddha, laying down numerous rules for the conduct of the order is ___________.

Vinaya Pitaka

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Sutta Pitaka

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Abhidhamma Pitaka

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All the three Pitakas

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Solution

The correct option is C Vinaya Pitaka
Tripitaka or three basket is a term used for Buddhist scriptures. It was written in the Pali language. There are three Pitakas- Vinay Pitaka, Sutta Pitaka, and Abhidhamma Pitaka. Sutta Pitaka deals with Buddha and his companions. It is related to his first council and death. Vinay Pitaka deals with the monastic rules for the conduction of orders. It is also known as a book of discipline. Abhidhamma Pitaka deals with the philosophy and doctrine of Buddhism.

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i. Sutta Pitaka is a monastic code compiled by Upali.

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