Which ancient university was the most famous site for the study of Mahayana Buddhism?

Correct Answer: Nalanda

Subject: history

Explanation: • Nalanda (Bihar) → Mahayana Buddhism (5th–12th century AD) • Vikramshila (Bhagalpur, Bihar) → Vajrayana/Tantric Buddhism — founded by Pala king Dharmapala • Takshashila (modern Taxila, Pakistan) → Vedic sciences, medicine, military arts, statecraft (5th BC–5th AD) • Odantapuri (Bihar) → smaller Pala-era institution • Both Nalanda and Vikramshila were destroyed by Bakhtiyar Khilji (1193–1203 AD) • Key exam point: 'Mahayana Buddhism' = Nalanda; 'Vajrayana' = Vikramshila

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