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Nalanda University was destroyed during the invasions by Turkic rulers in the 12th century, particularly by Bakhtiyar Khilji around 1193 CE, which led to the decline of Buddhist learning in India.
The Champaran Satyagraha was a non-violent resistance movement against the indigo plantation system in Champaran district, where peasants were forced to cultivate indigo for British merchants under exploitative conditions.
Vaishali is mentioned in the Mahabharata as an ancient city of the Vajji confederacy. It was also the birthplace of Mahavira and hosted Buddha's last sermon.
The Gram Sabha System, established under the 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act, strengthened local democratic governance at the village level in Bihar, empowering villagers to participate in decision-making.
The Bodhi Tree is located in Bodh Gaya, which is in Bihar itself (in Gaya district). Buddha attained enlightenment while meditating under this sacred fig tree around 500 BCE.
Koderma district in Jharkhand (formerly part of Bihar) is known for its rich diamond and mica reserves. It has been an important mining region for gemstones in India.
Vardhamana Mahavira (599-527 BCE), also known as Mahavira, was the founder and 24th Tirthankara of Jainism. He was born in Vaishali, Bihar, and preached the principles of non-violence and asceticism.
Emperor Ashoka, after witnessing the bloodshed in the Kalinga War, renounced his throne and embraced Buddhism. He became a Buddhist monk and devoted himself to spreading Buddhism throughout his empire.
Nalanda University, one of the world's oldest universities (5th to 12th century CE), is located in Nalanda district. It was a major center for Buddhist learning and attracted scholars from across Asia.
Modern Patna is built on the site of ancient Pataliputra, the great city of the Mauryan Empire. Patna retains many historical sites from this ancient period.