With reference to the administration and academic curriculum of Nalanda Mahavihara as recorded by the Chinese pilgrim Xuanzang (Hiuen Tsang), consider the following statements: 1. Xuanzang mentions that the revenues of about one hundred villages were allocated by the king for the maintenance of the university's students and monks. 2. The study of Hinayana Buddhism was strictly forbidden at Nalanda, as the institution focused exclusively on Mahayana doctrines. 3. Shilabhadra, a renowned scholar of Yogacara, was the head (Abbot) of Nalanda University during Xuanzang's visit. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Options:

  • A: 1 and 3 only
  • B: 2 and 3 only
  • C: 1 and 2 only
  • D: 1, 2 and 3

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