(a) the survey of mythological places conducted by the Archaeological Survey of India in Nalanda;
(b) whether excavation work is being carried out by ASI at identified mythological places in Nalanda;
(c) if so, the details thereof and the names of places where excavation is taking places; and
(d) if not, the reasons therefor?
MINISTER OF STATE, CULTURE AND TOURISM (INDEPENDENT CHARGE)
(DR. MAHESH SHARMA )
(a) to (d) No such survey specifically for mythological places has been conducted in Nalanda by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI). However, the ASI have conducted excavation work at the following sites in District Nalanda, Bihar:
Sl.No. Name of sites Year
1. Rajgir 1999-2000
2. Chandimau 2000-2001
3. Juaferdih 2006-2007
4. Begampur 2007-2008
5. Damankhanda 2007-2008
6. Ghorakatora 2006-2007
2007-2008
7. Rukministhan 2014-2015-
2015-2016
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