Paper 1 · Higher Education
Which of the following statements are true in the context of the ancient education system in India?
- 1. The Jataka tales and the records of Chinese scholars Xuan Zang and I-Qing showed that kings and society took active interest in promoting education.
- 2. The universities at Takshashila, Nalanda, Valabhi, Vikramshila, Odantapuri and Jagaddala developed in connection with the viharas.
- 3. The universities at Benaras, Navadeep and Kanchi developed in connection with temples and became centres of community life.
A1 and 2
B2 and 3
C1, 2 and 3 ✓ Correct
D1 and 3
Correct answer: (C) 1, 2 and 3 — All three statements are true, so that is the answer.
Explanation
★All three statements are true, so that is the answer.
★Jataka tales and Chinese travellers' records show active support for education.
★Takshashila, Nalanda and others grew in connection with viharas.
★Benaras, Navadeep and Kanchi grew in connection with temples.
★So each of the three statements is true.
★So the answer is 1, 2 and 3.
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