The ancient Vikramashila University, a premier center for Buddhist learning, was founded in the 8th century by which ruler of the Pala Dynasty? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The ancient Vikramashila University, a premier center for Buddhist learning, was founded in the 8th century by which ruler of the Pala Dynasty?
A. Dharmapala
B. Mahipala
C. Devapala
D. Gopala
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
King Dharmapala founded Vikramashila University in modern-day Bihar to counter a perceived decline in the scholarship at Nalanda.

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