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Dec 19, 2011 · Profile. Indian firmament has remained bright with luminaries since the earliest times of the Vedic seers and sages; and once the “light of Asia” dawned, destiny scribed Nalanda to foster the rekindled land of enlightenment. No wonder, ‘lustre’ is a characteristic of the soil of Bihar.
Nālandā University is a central research university located in the ancient city of Rajgir in the state of Bihar, India. Designated as an Institute of National Importance (INI) and excellence, it is the flagship project of the Ministry of External Affairs of the Government of India, [3] and the successor of the famed Nalanda monastery.
Nalanda University is a postgraduate, research-exquisite international university supported by the countries of the East Asia Summit. It is approved by UGC. Nalanda University offers PG, Doctoral and PG Diploma curriculums in a handful of specialisations.
Located in the town of Rajgir [ancient Imperial capital city] in the northern province of Bihar in India, Nalanda University is a post-graduate, research-intensive international university established on 25th November 2010, as “an institution of national importance”, by a special Act [No. 39 of 2010] of the Parliament of India, aiming to ...
Jun 19, 2024 · PM Modi unveiled a plaque at the new campus of Nalanda University in Bihar's Rajgir as he inaugurated the campus on Wednesday morning. In a post on 'X', CM Dhami said that after a long gap of about 800 years, Nalanda University, a symbol of knowledge and wisdom of Bihar, is being restored under the leadership of the Prime Minister.
Feb 22, 2023 · Founded in 427 CE, Nalanda is considered the world's first residential university, a sort of medieval Ivy League institution home to nine million books that attracted 10,000 students...
Jun 19, 2024 · Nalanda University, founded in the 5th century, was a magnet for scholars from across the globe. The historic institution thrived for eight centuries until it was ravaged by invaders in the 12th century. The site was declared a UN Heritage Site in 2016.
Now recognised by the UNESCO as the Archaeological Site of Nalanda Mahavihara (Nalanda University), it was a great centre of learning from the seventh century BCE to c. 1200 CE. Let’s have a look at its history, administration and ruins.
Jun 25, 2024 · Nalanda, ancient university and Buddhist monastic centre southwest of Bihar Sharif in central Bihar state, northeastern India. Nalanda’s traditional history dates to the time of the Buddha (6th–5th centuries bce) and Mahavira, the founder of the Jaina religion.
Jun 19, 2024 · Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated Nalanda University's new campus in Rajgir, Bihar, revitalizing its global academic heritage with a focus on sustainability. The institution now offers diverse programs across seven schools, including Buddhist Studies and International Relations. With international collaborations and state-of-the-art facilities, Nalanda University aims to uphold excellence in education, welcoming students through a competitive admissions process.
