Educational Legacy of Ancient India

The educational legacy of ancient India is defined by sophisticated centres of learning like Takshashila, Nalanda, and Vikramshila, which evolved from specialized teaching centres to massive residential universities. These institutions served as global intellectual hubs, shaping not only religious and philosophical thought but also providing models for centralized, specialized, and residential higher education.

Evolution and Specialization

Aspect

Takshashila

Nalanda

Vikramshila

Evolution

Early Guild/City-Based: Functioned as a decentralized, city-based centre where individual teachers (Acharyas) were renowned for specialized subjects; students chose specific masters.

Residential University Model: Established as a massive, centrally administered, multi-disciplinary residential Mahavihara with an international student body (e.g., Hiuen Tsang, I-tsing).

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