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MEGHNA CHAKARAVORTYAIR 79

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Introduction

Nalanda demonstrates the glorious past of education and scientific—intellectual learning and exchange in India.

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Main Body

Nalanda demonstrates the glorious past of education and scientific—intellectual learning and exchange in India. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The answer highlights it as a symbol of academic heritage and vibrant intellectual exchange. Shows priority given to the University space—anyone and >100 villages used for uplift by the Guptas. Key points covered: Inter-disciplinary learning—Science, astronomy, maths, logic, grammar, philosophy with Aryabhata [mentioned]. Attracted scholars from abroad—I-Tsing from China studied [at Nalanda].

Contributed to evolution of Buddhism philosophy—Hsuan Tsang's 'Su-yu-ki' speaks of the change in Mahayana, Vaijnayana Buddhism. Revival of the past—the ruins of the site provide archaeological evidence and Muslim chronicles (Turkish tradition; Ibn Batuta etc.) [documenting] space of attacks by Bakhtiyya Khalji. Home, Nalanda along with other universities like Vikramashile, Odantapuri contributed to the historical overall, higher education and multi-collectivity in the centre. The Union government now attempts to revive a university to continue the legacy.

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Conclusion

The Union government now attempts to revive a university to continue the legacy.

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Diagram

Box containing: 'Symbol of academic heritage and Vibrant Intellectual exchange'

  • Clear identification of Nalanda's significance
  • Multi-disciplinary approach highlighted
  • International dimension mentioned

Topper

MEGHNA CHAKARAVORTY

AIR 79

Subject & Paper

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Topic

Salient aspects of Art Forms, Literature and Architecture from ancient to modern times

Architecture

Architecture

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