The city of Bihar Sharif remained important in the medieval period i. As a center of trade ii. As a center of education iii. As an administrative center iv. As a religious center Choose your answer from the codes given below-
- Ai and iii
- Bi, ii and iii
- Cii, iii and iv
- Dii and iii
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Correct answer: (c) ii, iii and iv
Explanation
Originally, the word “Bihar” is related to Buddhist viharas or monasteries. In the medieval period, Bihar Sharif was famous as a center of education, an administrative centre, and a religious centre. It was known for Odantapuri University, which was constructed by the Pala ruler Gopala, and for the dargah of the famous Sufi saint Sheikh Sharfuddin Yahya Maneri.