Which of the following is the first residential university in the world?
Question and options
Which of the following is the first residential university in the world?
- Nalanda
- Takshashila
- Vikramashila
- Valabhi
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A - Nalanda
Nalanda (Bihar, about 5th century CE) is regarded as the world's first residential university, with hostels for students and teachers. Takshashila was older but was not a residential university in this sense.
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