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UGC NET December 2013 History
Which one of the following Puranas replaces the Buddha with Krishna in the list of the Avataras of Vishnu?
AMatsya Purana
BBhagavata Purana
CVayu Purana ✓ Correct
DKurma Purana
Correct answer: (C) Vayu Purana — The Vayu Purana replaces the Buddha with Krishna, so the answer is the Vayu Purana.
Explanation
★The Vayu Purana replaces the Buddha with Krishna, so the answer is the Vayu Purana.
★In the usual list of ten Avataras the Buddha is one of the forms of Vishnu.
★The Vayu Purana instead places Krishna in that list.
★The Vayu Purana is closely linked with the age of the Guptas.
★The Matsya Purana is regarded as the oldest and most authentic of the Puranas.
★The Puranas are important sources for early Indian religion and tradition.
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