Question

Consider the following statements with reference to Gupta rule:

1. Nalanda university was built during the reign of Kumaragupta in 5th century A.D.

2. Ratna Ranjak, Rana Sagar, Ratnanidhi were the hostel complexes of Nalanda university.

Choose the correct answer using the code given below:

• A. 1 only
• B. 2 only
• C. Both 1 and 2
• D. Neither 1 and 2

Answer 1

The correct option is A 1 only

Nalanda was a renowned Buddhist University in the ancient kingdom of Magadha (modern-day Bihar). It was constructed during the reign of Kumaragupta.

Ratnaranjak, Rana Sagar, Ratnanidhi were the three libraries in the Nalanda university.