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Education and Learning in Ancient India

Subject: History

Book: NCERT History Class 6

Development of knowledge systems and schools.
- **Gurukul System of Education**:
- Teacher-student relationship.
- **Subjects Taught in Ancient Schools**:
- Vedas, mathematics, astronomy.
- **Famous Learning Centers**:
- Takshashila, Nalanda.

**Possible Exam Questions:**
1. How was education imparted in ancient India?
2. What subjects were taught in early schools?
3. Describe the importance of Takshashila and Nalanda.
4. How was knowledge preserved and passed down?
5. What were the rules followed in Gurukul education?

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