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The Pal Dynasty's Buddhist Golden Age
Long before the British arrived, Bengal was a beacon of learning under the Pala Empire. This episode explores the reigns of Gopala and Dharmapala, who established Vikramashila and Nalanda as global centers of Tantric Buddhism. We trace how this dynasty protected ancient texts and fostered intellectual exchange across Asia, creating a legacy that shaped South Asian history for centuries. Listen to hear about the Sena conquest, the decline of monastic universities, and the enduring impact of Bengali scholarship on the wider world.
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