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Mains Examination: General Studies-I: Indian culture will cover the salient aspects of Art Forms, literature and Architecture from ancient to modern times

What’s the ongoing story: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday described the return of sacred relics of Gautama Buddha to Ladakh after 75 years, coinciding with the Buddha Purnima, as a historic reunion.

Key Points to Ponder:

— What are the various sects of Buddhism?

— What is the role of Ladakh in transmission of Buddhist thought?

— What was the role of Emperor Ashoka in the spread of Buddhism?

— What is Mahayana philosophy?

— Know about Buddha and Buddhism

— What is mahaparinirvana?

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— What are the efforts taken by the government to promote Buddhism as a tourist centre?

— What are the various schemes related to Buddhism in India?

Key Takeaways:

— Addressing a gathering at Jivetsal in Leh…