UPSC Prelims PYQ 2006 — Location of ancient Takshashila (Taxila)

Between which of the following was the ancient town of Takshasila located?

1. Indus and Jhelum
2. Jhelum and Chenab
3. Chenab and Ravi
4. Ravi and Beas

Explanation

Option (a) is correct

• Takshashila (Taxila) was a renowned ancient center of higher learning and a UNESCO World Heritage site located in present-day Rawalpindi, Pakistan, between the Indus and Jhelum rivers.

Answer: (a) Indus and Jhelum