Question

    Sharada Peeth is located in which of the following states?

    A West Bengal Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Bihar Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Odisha Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Jammu and Kashmir Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Sharada Peeth temple university was once one of the most important centers of learning in ancient India until the 12th century with scholars such as Adi Shankara, Kalhana, and Virotsana. It is responsible for the development and popularisation of the Sharada script. Many major Sanskrit manuscripts were written here, and it was a significant location for Sanskrit academics. This ancient center of learning is now under the jurisdiction of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir.

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