1.
Vikramshila University ruins, an ancient Buddhist learning centre, are located in which Bihar district?
A
Patna
B
Bhagalpur
C
Nalanda
D
Gaya
Answer and explanation
Correct Answer: B — Bhagalpur
The ruins of Vikramshila University, founded by Pala king Dharmapala in the 8th century, are located in Antichak village in Bhagalpur district of Bihar. It was one of the greatest centres of Buddhist learning in ancient India.
