With reference to Indian history, who among the following is a future Buddha, yet to come to save the world?(2018)
a) Avalokiteshvara
b) Lokesvara
c) Maitreya
d) Padampani
Answer: C
According to Buddhist tradition, Maitreya is a bodhisattva who will appear on Earth in the future, achieve complete enlightenment, and teach the pure dharma. According to the scriptures, Maitreya will be a successor to the present Buddha