Which of the following was a famous center of education in medieval Kashmir? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following was a famous center of education in medieval Kashmir?
A. Nalanda
B. Srinagar college
C. Vikramshila
D. Kashmir's Sanskrit academy
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Kashmir had a tradition of learning, and the 'Srinagar college' (Madrasa) was established by the sultans, but specific names are obscure. I'll change to: The 'Sharada' temple in Kashmir was a center of learning.

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Which historic administrative region under the Cholas was arranged directly above the 'Nadu' (district) level in terms of hierarchy?
A. Valanadu
B. Kurram
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Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
In the highly organized Chola administrative setup, multiple villages formed a 'Nadu', groups of Nadus formed a 'Valanadu', and multiple Valanadus made up a 'Mandalam' (province).

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The foundational dynamic of the Bhakti movement in South India was led by two groups of saints: the Alvars and the Nayanars. Who did the Alvars worship?
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B. Lord Shiva
C. Lord Vishnu
D. Lord Kartikeya

Correct Answer: Option C


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