- Gautam Buddha is the founder of Buddhism.
- He was born in India.
- His birthplace was Kapilavastu Nagar near Nepal.
- He was a prince by birth.
- His father’s name was Suddhodhan.
- His mother’s name was Mahamaya.
- His wife was Yashodhara.
- Buddha preached kindness to all men and animals.
- He attained enlightenment through years of meditation.
- Buddha said that desire was the cause of all suffering.
