Gautam Buddha, born Siddhartha Gautama, is the founder of Buddhism and a pivotal figure in spiritual history. Renowned for his profound enlightenment, he attained Nirvana under the Bodhi tree after years of meditation and ascetic practice. Buddha’s teachings focus on the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path, guiding followers towards liberation from suffering and the cycle of rebirth. His life and teachings emphasize compassion, mindfulness, and the pursuit of inner peace.