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What was the role of guru in pupils’ lives?

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What was the role of guru in pupils’ lives?

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Gurukuls, also known as ashrams, were the residential places of learning. The gurus and their shishyas lived together helping each other in day-to-day life. Pupil learn different disciplines like history, art of debate, law, medicine, etc. From there Gurus also help in enriching inner dimensions of the personality.

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Chapter 11: Ancient Education System of India - Comprehension Check [Page 92]

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NCERT English - It So Happened Class 8
Chapter 11 Ancient Education System of India
Comprehension Check | Q 4. | Page 92

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