Gautama Buddha decided to find his own path to realisation, and meditated for days on end under a _____________ tree at Bodh Gaya in Bihar.

Correct option is A

The correct answer is (a) Peepal.
· Gautama Buddha attained enlightenment after meditating under a Peepal tree at Bodh Gaya, Bihar.
· This tree, also known as the Bodhi Tree, became a symbol of spiritual awakening in Buddhism.
· Bodh Gaya remains a significant pilgrimage site for Buddhists worldwide.
Information Booster:
· Bodhi Tree: A sacred fig tree (Ficus religiosa), also known as the "tree of awakening."
· Enlightenment: Gautama Buddha meditated for 49 days under the Bodhi Tree, leading to his realization of the Four Noble Truths.
· Bodh Gaya: One of the four most important pilgrimage sites in Buddhism, along with Lumbini, Sarnath, and Kushinagar.
· Mahabodhi Temple: A UNESCO World Heritage Site at Bodh Gaya, built near the location of the Bodhi Tree, commemorates Buddha’s enlightenment.
· Symbolism in Buddhism: The Bodhi Tree represents wisdom, compassion, and the path to enlightenment.