Location and History Flashcards
1
Q
Where is Nalanda University located?
A
Nalanda University is located in present-day Bihar.
2
Q
What was Nalanda University known for?
A
Nalanda University was one of the oldest and most prestigious centers of learning in ancient India.
3
Q
When was Nalanda University founded?
A
Nalanda University was founded during the Gupta dynasty in the 5th century CE.
4
Q
Who later patronized Nalanda University?
A
Emperor Harsha of the Harsha Vardhana dynasty later patronized Nalanda University.
5
Q
What type of university was Nalanda?
A
Nalanda emerged as a renowned Buddhist monastic university.
