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Buddhism first began in India. Gautam Buddha(Lord Buddha) was born in the ancient city of Lumbini(Now in Nepal). It was spread by the great king Ashoka's son and daughter.

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Buddhism began in 563 BCE. Siddhartha Gautama was born in Nepal in 563 BCE. Buddhism is thought to have began in India during the 5th century BCE.

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Who began Buddhism?

the buddha or the enlightened one began Buddhism


What did Buddhism and Hinduism begin?

Hinduism


Which river runs through the area where Buddhism began?

Buddhism began on the border where India meets Nepal. The nearest river is the Kalapani River.


Which river runs through area where Buddhism began?

Buddhism began on the border where India meets Nepal. The nearest river is the Kalapani River.


In which country did Buddhism begin?

Buddhism began in India. It is now mostly practised in China.


What is the name of the country were Buddhism began?

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Where was Buddhism founded or began?

Northeast India


Where did Buddhism faith began at?

It began in Northern India around 2,540 years ago.


Which religions began on the Indian subcontinent?

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Which nation was where Buddha founded Buddhism?

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When was Buddhism practiced?

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