Question

6. Nalanda was an ancient Mahavihara, a revered Buddhist monastery which served as a renowned centre of
learning - Discuss its characteristic features. Can you suggest the names of 2 other contemporary centres of
higher education (Ancient/Medieval India).
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Answer 1

Explanation:

The Ancient Nālandā Mahāvihāra: The Beginning ofInstitutional EducationPintu Kumar, Delhi University, New Delhi, IndiaAbstract: The quest to know the wonders of nature, the material world, and later the increasing desirefor knowledge led humanity to build learning centres at each age in history.