Vikramshila University Revival, Location and Notable Scholars

Context: The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) is working to develop Vikramshila University as a tourist attraction.

About VikramShila University

• VikramShila University was one of the most renowned centres of Buddhist learning in ancient India, alongside Nalanda University.
• Location: Antichak village, Bhagalpur district, Bihar
• It was founded by Pala King Dharmapala in the late 8th or early 9th century AD.
• It specialized in Tantrayana Buddhism, focusing on tantric practices and rituals.
• It flourished during the Pala period (8th–12th century AD).

Notable Scholars

• Atisa Dipankara Shrijnana – A great Buddhist scholar from Vikramshila who was instrumental in reviving Buddhism in Tibet.

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