Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding Buddhism during Gupta Period?

1. Nalanda became the centre of Buddhist education.
2. Buddhism received greater impetus of royal patronage during Gupta Period.

Select the correct statement using the codes given below.
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2

Ans – [A]

Explanation – Statement 1 is right as Nalanda became centre of Buddhist education during Gupta rule. However statement 2 is wrong. Buddhism patronage declined, some scholars believe it was almost ceased as Gupta focussed their attention of Hindu religion more and stressed in the construction of temples. Architecture of temple reached its zenith during Gupta age.