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The collection of Buddha’s teachings is divided into three sections (Ti-pitaka)

1. SuttaPitaka contains Buddha’s teachings.

2. VinayaPitaka contains rules of disciples who joined sangha or monastry.

3. AbhidhammaPitaka consists of philosophical principles.

Which of the above statements are true.

1 and 2 only

3 only

All the above

None of the above

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Explanation:

In the 3rd Century B.C. during the time of Emperor Asoka, the Third Council was held to discuss the differences of opinion held by the Sangha community. At this Council the differences were not confined to the Vinaya but were also connected with the Dhamma. At the end of this Council, the President of the Council, Ven. MoggaliputtaTissa, compiled a book called Kathavatthu refuting the heretical, false views and theories held by some disciples.The teaching approved and accepted by this Council was known as Theravada. TheAbhidhammaPitakawas held in Sri Lanka in 80 B.C. is known as the 4th Council under the patronage of the pious King VattagaminiAbbaya. It was at this time in Sri Lanka that the Tripitakawas first committed to writing.