Paper 1 · Higher Education
Which of the following pupils are important in the context of the ancient Takshashila (Taxila) University?
- 1. Panini, the legendary Indian grammarian who authored the Ashtadhyayi.
- 2. Jivaka, one of the most renowned physicians in ancient India.
- 3. Chanakya, also known as Kautilya, a skilled exponent of statecraft who authored the Arthashastra.
A1 and 2
B2 and 3
C1, 2 and 3 ✓ Correct
D1 and 3
Correct answer: (C) 1, 2 and 3 — All three pupils are important, so that is the answer.
Explanation
★All three pupils are important, so that is the answer.
★Panini, who authored the Ashtadhyayi, studied there.
★Jivaka, a famous physician, was also linked with it.
★Chanakya, author of the Arthashastra, is associated with it too.
★So each of the three pupils is important to Takshashila.
★So the answer is 1, 2 and 3.
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