Ancient History PYQ 202 of 208 · Pre-Medieval Period

Consider the following statements regarding the Vikramshila University in Bihar:

  • 1. It was located in the present-day Banka district of Bihar.
  • 2. It was established by King Gopala I of the Pala dynasty.
  • 3. The ‘Vajrayana’ sect of Buddhism flourished here.
  • 4. Other subjects like Astronomy, Logic, Law, Grammar and Philosophy were also taught here.

Which of the above statements are incorrect?

  1. A2 and 3
  2. B1 and 4
  3. C1 and 2
  4. DNone of the above

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Correct answer: (c) 1 and 2

Explanation

Statements 1 and 2 are the wrong ones. Vikramashila was in Bhagalpur district, not Banka, and Dharmapala founded it, not Gopala. Vajrayana genuinely did flourish there.

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