{"id":26559,"date":"2024-02-09T13:04:19","date_gmt":"2024-02-09T13:04:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/?p=26559"},"modified":"2024-02-09T13:04:22","modified_gmt":"2024-02-09T13:04:22","slug":"taxila-university-was-one-of-the-oldest-universities-of-the-world-with-which-were-associated-a-number-of-renowned-learned-personalities-of-different-disciplines-its-strategic-location-caused-its-fame","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/taxila-university-was-one-of-the-oldest-universities-of-the-world-with-which-were-associated-a-number-of-renowned-learned-personalities-of-different-disciplines-its-strategic-location-caused-its-fame\/","title":{"rendered":"Taxila University was one of the oldest universities of the world with which were associated a number of renowned learned personalities of different disciplines. Its strategic location caused its fame to flourish, but unlike Nalanda, it is not considered as a university in the modern sense. 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(10 marks, 150 words)"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc\/upsc-gs-advance-and-mentorship-program-ampcsat?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Link&amp;utm_campaign=GS+Advanced\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Attempt-our-Daily-Weekly-Current-Affairs-Quiz-now-8.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43397\" srcset=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Attempt-our-Daily-Weekly-Current-Affairs-Quiz-now-8.png 1280w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Attempt-our-Daily-Weekly-Current-Affairs-Quiz-now-8-1170x274.png 1170w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Attempt-our-Daily-Weekly-Current-Affairs-Quiz-now-8-585x137.png 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Taxila University stands as a testament to the ancient world&#8217;s pursuit of knowledge, boasting a rich history dating back over two millennia. Situated strategically along the trade routes of ancient India, its prominence attracted scholars and intellectuals from diverse backgrounds. Renowned figures in various fields, from philosophy to medicine, were associated with this esteemed institution. However, while Taxila shares similarities with institutions like Nalanda, it differs significantly in its structure and organization. Unlike Nalanda, which is often regarded as a precursor to modern universities, Taxila operated more as a center for advanced learning and scholarly exchange rather than a formalized educational institution. Its emphasis on mentorship and individualized study contrasts with the standardized curricula and bureaucratic structures of contemporary universities. Despite this distinction, Taxila&#8217;s legacy as a center of intellectual exploration and cultural exchange remains enduring and influential.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Tag: <\/strong>Indian culture.<strong>\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_73 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69d2f47dbbb1d\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 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href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/taxila-university-was-one-of-the-oldest-universities-of-the-world-with-which-were-associated-a-number-of-renowned-learned-personalities-of-different-disciplines-its-strategic-location-caused-its-fame\/#Decoding_the_Question\" title=\"Decoding the Question:\u00a0\u00a0\">Decoding the Question:\u00a0\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/taxila-university-was-one-of-the-oldest-universities-of-the-world-with-which-were-associated-a-number-of-renowned-learned-personalities-of-different-disciplines-its-strategic-location-caused-its-fame\/#Answer\" title=\"Answer:&nbsp;\">Answer:&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/taxila-university-was-one-of-the-oldest-universities-of-the-world-with-which-were-associated-a-number-of-renowned-learned-personalities-of-different-disciplines-its-strategic-location-caused-its-fame\/#Reasons_Why_Taxila_University_is_not_Considered_as_a_University_in_the_Modern_Sense_as_Nalanda_University\" title=\"Reasons Why Taxila University is not Considered as a University in the Modern Sense as Nalanda University:&nbsp;&nbsp;\">Reasons Why Taxila University is not Considered as a University in the Modern Sense as Nalanda University:&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" 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&#8211;&nbsp;here<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Decoding_the_Question\"><\/span><strong>Decoding the Question:<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>In Introduction, try to describe briefly about Taxila university.<\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>In Body, substantiate why Taxila university is not considered as a university in the same modern sense as Nalanda university.<\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Conclude that despite not being considered as a university in the modern sense, many renowned learned personalities of different disciplines were associated with it.<\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Answer\"><\/span><strong>Answer:<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The University of Ancient Taxila was a historical institution of higher learning situated at Taxila, close to the <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Indus_River\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Indus River\u2019s<\/a> bank.Both Nalanda and Taxila Universities were renowned ancient institutions of higher learning.The famous treatise <strong>Arthashastra by Chanakya, is said to have been composed in Taxila<\/strong> itself. By some accounts<strong>, Taxila university is one of the earliest universities <\/strong>in the world, while<strong> many do not consider it a university in the modern sense.&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/refer-and-earn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"300\" data-src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Attempt-our-Daily-Weekly-Current-Affairs-Quiz-now-10-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-46428 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Attempt-our-Daily-Weekly-Current-Affairs-Quiz-now-10-1.png 1280w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Attempt-our-Daily-Weekly-Current-Affairs-Quiz-now-10-1-1170x274.png 1170w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Attempt-our-Daily-Weekly-Current-Affairs-Quiz-now-10-1-585x137.png 585w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1280px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1280\/300;\" \/><\/a><figcaption><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/refer-and-earn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Refer &amp; Earn NOW<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reasons_Why_Taxila_University_is_not_Considered_as_a_University_in_the_Modern_Sense_as_Nalanda_University\"><\/span><strong>Reasons Why Taxila University is not Considered as a University in the Modern Sense as Nalanda University:<\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>At Nalanda University, astronomy, mathematics, science, and politics were all offered as courses. Additional fields were also accessible for study. While Taxila University offered courses in artistic areas like archery, hunting, and teaching Vedic literature.&nbsp;<\/li><li>While Nalanda University had many students from Japan, China, Tibet, Persia, and Turkey, Taxila University exclusively had pupils from India. This demonstrates that Nalanda University students are more engaged and successful.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The income from 100 villages covered the expenses of Nalanda University on the other hand the requirements of Taxila university were met by the rulers.&nbsp;<\/li><li>According to some scholars, <strong>Taxila was not a\u202funiversity\u202ftown<\/strong> with lecture halls and residential quarters, which <strong>can be seen at\u202fancient Nalanda<\/strong> <strong>university<\/strong>.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>At Taxila, <strong>the preceptor housed his own pupils<\/strong>, who paid for their board and lodging in cash or in the form of service to the teacher and his family.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>The Buddhist monasteries also <strong>catered to the needs of the students and monks<\/strong> at Taxila university. Whereas Nalanda university functioned from <strong>the revenue collected from the surrounding villages.&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>In Taxila university <strong>the teachers living there may not have had official membership <\/strong>of colleges, in contrast to the Nalanda\u202funiversity.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>The <strong>centralized system of schooling or syllabus in Taxila was absent<\/strong> as compared to Nalanda university.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>The concept of the <strong>examination system and degree certificate<\/strong> was absent in Taxila university.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>The education system was <strong>not as systematic as in Nalanda university<\/strong> and was modified according to a student\u2019s Caliber.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>The teachers of Taxila had <strong>complete autonomy<\/strong>, and they designed their <strong>own school of learning<\/strong>, rules, and regulation, while in Nalanda university a well-defined structure of administration was followed.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Still, Taxila university became famous as <strong>a place of learning in ancient India<\/strong>. Among its noted pupils were the legendary Indian grammarian, <strong>Panini<\/strong>. He was an expert in language and grammar and authored one of the greatest works on <strong>grammar called Ashtadhyayi<\/strong>. <strong>Jivaka<\/strong>, one of the most renowned <strong>physicians in ancient India<\/strong>, studied at Taxila university. Students came to Taxila from Kashi, Kosala, Magadha and from other countries despite the long and arduous journey they had to undertake. Even though Taxila university is not seen in the same modern sense as Nalanda university, its <strong>contribution in academics cannot be disputed.<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc\/upsc-essay?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Banner&amp;utm_campaign=Essay\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/UPSC-Essay-Course-1280\u00d7300-1-3.svg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42688 lazyload\" width=\"781\" height=\"182\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 781px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 781\/182;\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_case_you_still_have_your_doubts_contact_us_on_9811333901\"><\/span><strong>In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For UPSC Prelims Resources,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc-cse-prelims-resource-centre\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Click here<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For Daily Updates and Study Material:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Join our Telegram Channel &#8211;&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/t.me\/WithEdukemy4IAS\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Edukemy for IAS<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>1. 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