Consider the following statements:

1. The Ikshvaku ruler of Southern India were antagonistic towards Buddhism.
2. The Pala rulers of Eastern India were patrons of Buddhism.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2

Ans-b

Explanation– First statement is wrong. As per this source the successors of Ikshvaku were great patrons of Buddhism.

Palas of Bengal and Bihar were well known patrons of Buddhism. It rulers have established well known university like Vikramshila and Somapuri University.