History · Ancient Indian Culture
The term 'upasaka' (or upasika) in ancient Indian religious traditions generally referred to:
- 1A village headman in charge of religious grants
- 2A lay devotee or follower of Buddhism✓
- 3A Jain ascetic who practices extreme penance
- 4A fully ordained Buddhist monk
Correct answer
A lay devotee or follower of Buddhism
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