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Correct Answer: Option (D) — Vasumitra
Concept & Option Breakdown
Standard Reference VerifiedThe Fourth Buddhist Council was held at Kundalvana in Kashmir during the reign of Kushan Emperor Kanishka I (c. 78 CE). It was presided over by the Buddhist scholar-monk Vasumitra, with the poet-philosopher Ashvaghosha serving as vice-president.
Key Council pairings: 1st (Mahakassapa/Ajatasatru), 2nd (Sabakami/Kalasoka), 3rd (Moggaliputta Tissa/Ashoka), 4th (Vasumitra/Kanishka).
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