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The site of birth [nativityl of Gautam Buddha is marked by oy:

A. a monastery
B. a "Rummindei Pillar" of Ashok Maurya
C. a statue
D. a Peepal Tree
Answer» B. a "Rummindei Pillar" of Ashok Maurya
Explanation: Lumbini, the birthplace of Lord Buddha, is marked by a commemorative pillar erected by Mauryan Emperor Ashoka of India during his pilgrimage to the holy site in 249 BC.The inscription on the Ashoka Pillar indentifies the Sacred Garden spread over 9 sq. km -as the spot where the Enlightened One was born. Lumbini was known as Rummindei in Asoka's time.
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