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English · 2026 · 3 marks
CBSE 2026 · Region 3 · Set 2 · Q8
Though he knew it was impossible, why did Buddha ask Kisa Gotami to bring mustard seeds from a house untouched by death? (The Sermon at Benares)
Though he knew it was impossible, why did Buddha ask Kisa Gotami to bring mustard seeds from a house untouched by death ? (The Sermon at Benares)
Official answer
knew death is universal and unavoidable.
wanted Kisa to realise this truth herself
task assigned was for a practical lesson
no household is untouched by death
helped her understand the reality of life
overcame her grief through acceptance
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