History of Indian and Eastern Architecture v2.c33.s16.2

v2.c33.s16.2

² It should be borne in mind that in earlier times the monasteries or Mathas of the Brâhmans, being also colleges for sacred studies, must have been extensive to provide accommodation for the numerous students and pandits, and were liberally supported by royal bounties. These great structures may in many cases have been such collegiate Mathas.—Conf. Lajonquière ‘Inventaire Descriptif,’ tome ii. introd. p. 29.