Ancient Indian Viharas and Universities
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What were some notable universities that evolved during this period?

Takshashila, Nalanda, Valabhi, Vikramshila, Odantapuri, and Jagaddala

How did students develop their knowledge in the universities?

By mutual discussions and debates with renowned scholars

What were the universities of the ancient period recently declared as heritage sites by UNESCO?

Takshashila and Nalanda

In what context did the universities of Benaras, Navadeep, and Kanchi develop?

<p>In connection with temples</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the occasional summoning by a king for the scholars of various viharas and universities to meet, debate, and exchange their views known as?

<p>A gathering</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who was the legendary Indian grammarian associated with Takshashila?

<p>Panini</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which ancient Indian city, now in north-western Pakistan, was known for its University and its association with Chanakya?

<p>Takshashila</p> Signup and view all the answers

What subjects were studied at Takshashila's University?

<p>Ancient scriptures, law, medicine, astronomy, military science, and the eighteen silpas or arts</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which subjects were covered in the courses of study offered by Nalanda University?

<p>Vedas, fine arts, medicine, mathematics, astronomy, politics, and the art of warfare</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Xuan Zang study at Nalanda University?

<p>yogashastra</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Ancient Universities

  • Notable universities that evolved during this period include Takshashila, Nalanda, Benaras, Navadeep, and Kanchi.
  • Students developed their knowledge through debates, discussions, and exchanges with scholars from various viharas and universities.

UNESCO Heritage Sites

  • The ancient universities of Takshashila, Nalanda, Benaras, Navadeep, and Kanchi were recently declared as heritage sites by UNESCO.

Development of Universities

  • The universities of Benaras, Navadeep, and Kanchi developed in the context of royal patronage and cultural exchange.

Royal Summoning

  • The occasional summoning by a king for the scholars of various viharas and universities to meet, debate, and exchange their views was known as Sabha.

Legendary Indian Grammarian

  • The legendary Indian grammarian associated with Takshashila is Panini.

Ancient Indian City

  • The ancient Indian city, now in north-western Pakistan, known for its University and its association with Chanakya is Taxila.

Takshashila University

  • Subjects studied at Takshashila's University include the Vedas, philosophy, astronomy, medicine, surgery, and martial arts.

Nalanda University

  • Subjects covered in the courses of study offered by Nalanda University include Buddhism, Hinduism, philosophy, logic, grammar, medicine, and mathematics.

Xuan Zang's Studies

  • Xuan Zang studied Buddhist scriptures, logic, and philosophy at Nalanda University.

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Explore the evolution of ancient Indian educational centers and universities such as Takshashila, Nalanda, and Vikramshila, as well as their connection with viharas. Discover the active interest of kings and society in promoting education during this period.

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