Nalanda University is widely recognised as one of the ancient world’s great universities and an important Buddhist centre of academic excellence.
Which Indian ruler founded it?

Correct option is D

The correct answer is (D)   ​Kumaragupta I

1. Kumaragupta I, a ruler of the Gupta Dynasty, is credited with establishing Nalanda University as a center of Buddhist learning.
2. His reign is marked by the Gupta Empire's prosperity and contributions to education and culture.
3. The university was later expanded and supported by other rulers, including Emperor Harsha and the rulers of the Pala Dynasty.

Information booster:

Ashok

1. Emperor Ashoka (268–232 BCE) was a Mauryan ruler known for spreading Buddhism after converting to it.
2. He built numerous Buddhist stupas and monasteries across India and beyond.

Harshavardhan

•  Emperor Harsha (reigned 606–647 CE) supported Nalanda University and contributed to its growth.
• He provided financial aid and patronage to scholars and monks residing at Nalanda.

​Chandragupta Maurya

• Chandragupta I (reigned 319–335 CE) was the founder of the Gupta Empire.
• His reign marked the beginning of the Gupta dynasty's golden age.