Match List I (University) with List II (Association). Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

List I

i.Takshshila

ii.Nalanda

iii.Vikramshila

iv.Odantpuri

List II

a.Gopala of Pala dynasty founded it

b.Vajrayana and Tantrik Buddhism

c.Chanakya

d.Considered world's first residential university

Ai-c, ii-d, iii-b, iv-a ✓ Correct

Bi-d, ii-c, iii-a, iv-b

Ci-b, ii-a, iii-c, iv-d

Di-a, ii-b, iii-d, iv-c

Correct answer: (A) i-c, ii-d, iii-b, iv-a

Explanation

Each ancient university matches the feature or figure most linked with it.

Takshashila is associated with Chanakya.

Nalanda is considered the world's first residential university.

Vikramshila is known for Vajrayana and Tantric Buddhism.

Odantpuri was founded by Gopala of the Pala dynasty.

Vikramshila was set up by the Pala king Dharmapala.

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