Institutions Of Higher Learning And Education In Ancient India Quiz 1 (25 MCQs)

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1. " _____ were the residential places of learning"

2. Who was the famous physician who taught at Nalanda University?

3. For the integration of the nation, education should eliminate;

4. The commission/policy that called for the launching of Navodaya Vidyalaya and Distance education in India:

5. Year of formation of National Education Commission:

6. Which ancient Indian university was known for its expertise in music and dance?

7. What was taught in the name of Physical education?

8. Which ancient Indian university was known for its expertise in the field of Ayurveda?

9. Which ancient Indian university was known for its focus on the Vedas and Sanskrit language?

10. The rite of passage for the start of formal education under Vedic system of education, as the student would begin to live in the gurukul:

11. When the British invaded India, what changed in the education of the people?

12. Maitreyi, Viswambhara, Apala, Gargi and Lopamudra have been called _____

13. What was the main medium of instruction at ancient Indian universities?

14. Which institution of higher learning in ancient India was located in modern-day Gujarat and was known for its expertise in astronomy?

15. Which institution of higher learning in ancient India was founded by the Pala emperor, Dharmapala?

16. Which ancient Indian university was known for its expertise in medicine?

17. Rashish is came from Jharkhad to Mumbai in search of job. But people of Mumbai forcefully make him leave the city. This shows;

18. Who invented the printing press? (as told in the Webinar)

19. Which famous Chinese traveler visited Nalanda University in the 7th century AD?

20. Which institution was located in modern-day Bihar and was one of the largest Buddhist monasteries in the world?

21. What was the language of instruction at ancient Indian universities?

22. What is one of the biggest reasons children don't attend school?

23. Which ancient Indian university was known for its expertise in Buddhist studies?

24. Which ancient Indian university was known for its expertise in the field of music?

25. Which balance were students taught to appreciate?