1.
Buddhism originated in the 6th century BCE in the region of present-day ___, with the life and teachings of _____ Gautama, who became known as the Buddha.
2.
Siddhartha Gautama was a prince who renounced his royal life to seek _____ and the end of suffering.
3.
After years of _____ and spiritual exploration, Siddhartha attained enlightenment under a _____ tree in Bodh Gaya, India.
4.
The Buddha spent the rest of his life teaching the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path to help others find liberation from _____.
5.
Buddhism spread rapidly across _____ during the Buddha's lifetime and continued to expand after his death around 483 BCE.
6.
Emperor Ashoka of the Maurya Dynasty played a crucial role in promoting Buddhism across India and neighboring regions through his patronage and ______ efforts.
7.
Over the centuries, Buddhism diversified into different schools, each with its distinctive interpretations and ______.
8.
In India, Buddhism declined over time due to a combination of factors, including the decline of royal patronage and competition with _____.
9.
Despite its decline in India, Buddhism remained flourishing in other parts of Asia, becoming a significant spiritual and _____ force in various countries and continuing to _____ to this day.
