First Asian Buddhist Summit was held in Delhi on November 5 and 6

Current Context: The First Asian Buddhist Summit was held in New Delhi on November 5 and 6, 2024.
It is organized by the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, in collaboration with the International Buddhist Confederation (IBC).

• The summit was inaugurated by the Honorable President of India.
• The theme of the summit is "Role of Buddha Dhamma in Strengthening Asia," and it aims to bring together Sangha leaders, scholars, experts, and practitioners from various Buddhist traditions across Asia to foster dialogue, promote understanding, and address contemporary challenges faced by the Buddhist community.
• Some important highlights include:
• Participation: Over 160 international participants and 700 delegates from 32 countries.
• Key Topics: Discussions on Buddhist art, architecture, heritage, Buddha Cārikā, dissemination of Buddha Dhamma, role of holy Buddhist relics, and their relevance in society.
• Special Exhibition: A curated exhibition on the theme "India as the Dhamma Setu (Bridge) connecting Asia".

Question:

1 Where was the First Asian Buddhist Summit held in November 2024?

• A) New Delhi
• B) Varanasi
• C) Bodh Gaya
• D) Sarnath

Answer: A) The First Asian Buddhist Summit was hosted in New Delhi, India, on November 5 and 6, 2024.