Which of the following are important aspects of Vikramshila University?

1.It was established by King Dharmapala of the Pala dynasty.

2.It was mainly based on Buddhist teachings.

3.The Vajrayana sect thrived here.

4.It was famous for Tantric teachings.

A1, 2 and 3

B2 and 3

C1 and 3

D1, 2, 3 and 4 ✓ Correct

Correct answer: (D) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Explanation

All four points about Vikramshila hold, on its founder, its base, its sect and its fame.

Statement 1 is right, King Dharmapala of the Pala dynasty founding it.

Statement 2 is right, its teaching resting mainly on Buddhist learning.

Statement 3 is right, the Vajrayana sect thriving within it.

Statement 4 is right, its renown resting on Tantric teaching.

Vikramshila rivalled Nalanda and guarded its gates with learned scholars.

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