Correct Answer: (a) Mahakashyapa
Solution:The first Buddhist Council was held soon after the Mahaparinirvana of the Buddha, under the patronage of King Ajatshatru with the monk Mahakasapa presided at Rajgriha, in the Saptaparni Cave. The idea was to preserve Buddha's teachings (Sutta) and rules for disciples (Vinaya). Ananda, one of the great disciples of Buddha, recited Suttas and Upali; another disciple recited Vinaya. Abhidhamma Pitaka was also included.