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During the ancient period in India, which of the following universities developed in connection with temples and became centres of community life in their locations?

1.Odantapuri
2.Navadeep
3.Valabhi
4.Banaras
A1 & 2 only
B2 & 4 only ✓ Correct
C3 & 4 only
D1, 2 & 3 only
Correct answer: (B) 2 & 4 only
Explanation

Among these, the temple-linked centres that grew into community hubs were Navadeep and Banaras.

Statement 2, Navadeep, developed around temples as a seat of Sanskrit and Nyaya learning.

Statement 4, Banaras, grew as a temple-town centre of Vedic and community life.

Statement 1, Odantapuri, was a Buddhist monastic university, not a temple centre.

Statement 3, Valabhi, was likewise a Buddhist centre of learning.

Temple towns often combined worship, teaching and local administration.

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