Q. The Vikramshila Mahavihara, the renowed educational centre of Pala period at
(a) Antichak
(b) Aphasad
(c) Basarh
(d) Chandimau
Ans: (a) Antichak
Explanation: The Vikramshila Mahavihara, the renowned educational center of the Pala period, was located at (a) Antichak. Antichak, also known as Vikramshila, was an important Buddhist monastery and university during the Pala dynasty in ancient India. It was established by King Dharmapala in the late 8th century CE and became a prominent center for Buddhist learning, attracting scholars and students from various parts of the world. The ruins of Vikramshila are located in present-day Bihar, India.