‘Medieval School of Discussion and Logic’ - Nalanda

Q.  ‘Medieval School of Discussion and Logic’ is the title associated with which University of India?
- Published on 18 Jul 16

a. Pushpagiri
b. Takshashila
c. Nalanda
d. Vikramshila

ANSWER: Nalanda
 
  • Earning the title of ‘Medieval School of Discussion and Logic’, Nalanda`s scholars mastered the art and science of debate developing it into a critical tool for higher learning. Today, the continuity of its systems is also evident in contemporary monasteries in Sri Lanka, Tibet and Nepal.
  • In fact, the term Nalanda has become synonymous with aspired standard of education as evidenced in several 21st century namesake institutions all over the world.
  • Apart from teaching of topics related to Buddhism, contemporary texts and philosophies, logic, grammar, science, and medicine were also part of the knowledge imparted at Nalanda.

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