Indian Buddhist Council

The Indian Buddhist Council refers to formal assemblies held historically to preserve and unify Buddhist teachings, doctrines, and practices across India. These councils, such as the First Buddhist Council shortly after Buddha’s death, gathered monks and scholars to compile, agree upon, and clarify the Buddha’s teachings (Dharma). They aimed to maintain doctrinal consistency and address controversies, ensuring the durability and spread of Buddhism. These councils played a key role in shaping Buddhism’s development in India and laid the groundwork for its dissemination to other regions.