Introduction
Nalanda served as a major centre of learning and attracted scholars from across the world during different periods of Indian history.
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Main Body
(i) Chinese Traveller Fa Hien visited Nalanda during Chandragupta II's time, taking Buddhist manuscripts and here.
(ii) Chinese Hsuan Tsang visited during Harsha's period in 6-7th century.
(iii) Scholars like I-Tsang visited and completed his education in Nalanda.
(iv) Scholars from West like Al Biruni stayed at Nalanda.
(v) Buddhist, Hindu and Islamic scholars from subsequent centuries enriched their knowledge in Nalanda.
Conclusion
Nalanda's legacy of nationalism, integrating science and arts and hacks on learning is being revived through New education policy 2020.
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- Clear chronological narrative
- Mentions scholars from different regions (China, West, Buddhist/Hindu/Islamic traditions)
- Links to contemporary policy
- Shows Nalanda's universal appeal across centuries
Animesh Jain
Indian Culture
Ancient Indian Learning Centres
Nalanda University - International Scholarly Centre
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