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Why do you think students from other countries came to India to study at that time?

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Why do you think students from other countries came to India to study at that time?

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Students from other countries came to India to study because:

(i) In ancient times, monasteries/viharas were set up and around these viharas, other educational centres of higher learning developed, which attracted students from other countries.

(ii) In ancient times, Takshashila was a noted centre of learning, including religious teachings of Buddhism, for several centuries. It continued to attract students from around the world.

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Chapter 11: Ancient Education System of India - Exercise [Page 97]

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Chapter 11 Ancient Education System of India
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