University of Mithila was famous for

A. Astronomy

B. Nyaya Sutra

C. Archaeology

D. Logical sciences

E. Medicine

Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

Key Points

• The University of Mithila was a major center of learning in the Indian subcontinent for centuries.
• It played an important role in the development of Indian philosophy, logic, and mathematics.
• The university is still in operation today and continues to be a leading center of learning in India.

The University of Mithila was famous for its studies in Nyaya Sutra and logical sciences.

• Nyaya Sutra:
  • Nyaya Sutra is a system of logic and epistemology developed by the Indian philosopher Gautama.
  • It is a foundational text of the Nyaya school.
  • It consists of aphorisms that outline the key concepts, principles, and methods of reasoning in Nyaya philosophy.
• Logical sciences:
  • It is a broad term that encompasses the study of logic, reasoning, and argumentation.

Here are some of the notable alumni of the University of Mithila:

• Gangesha Upadhyaya: A 14th-century Indian philosopher who is considered to be one of the most important figures in the development of Nyaya philosophy.
• Jagaddhara Mishra: A 14th-century Indian scholar who is known for his commentaries on a variety of subjects, including the Gita, Devimahatmya, Meghaduta, Gita Govinda and Malati Madhava.
• Lakshmeshwar Singh: A 19th-century Indian king who was a patron of learning and culture. He founded the Lalit Narayan Mithila University in Darbhanga, now one of India's leading universities.

The most appropriate answer is 2) B and D only.