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This episode explores the rise of ancient universities in India during the Gupta era, focusing on renowned centers of learning like Nalanda. The hosts discuss the societal transformation from nomadic groups to established kingdoms, highlighting the influence of Vedic texts and the development of complex social structures. They delve into the curriculum at Nalanda, emphasizing its holistic approach to education, which encompassed a vast range of subjects from religious and philosophical texts to mathematics, medicine, and even martial arts. The episode also examines the accessibility of education during this period, noting the disparity in access between different social classes, while acknowledging that some education was available to those outside the elite.
Furthermore, the episode paints a vivid picture of student life at Nalanda, descri ...