Maharashtra State PSC Model Paper 2

The correct answer is Both (a) and (b) are true.

• Nalanda Mahavihara is also known as old Nalanda University.
• Kumaragupta I founded the Nalanda Mahavihara which developed into a great center of learning. Hence, statement 1 is correct.
• The ruins of ancient Nalanda Mahavihara now has been included in the List of UNESCO’s World Heritage Site.
• The Nalanda Mahavihara was destroyed by Bakhtiyar Khalji. Hence, statement 2 is correct.