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Question
Answer the following question briefly:
The Charter Act of 1813 passed by the British Parliament was the first major step to introduce changes in the Indian system of education. In this context discuss:
The introduction and spread of Western education
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Solution
The government began to set up English medium schools and colleges for the education of a limited number of Indians. In 1844, English became the official language and the government announced that Indians educated in British schools would be given jobs in government services. This helped the spread of English education in India.
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| 2. Shipbuilding industry | (b) Lord Dalhousie |
| 3. Lord Macaulay | (c) Fixed revenue |
| 4. Charter Act of 1813 | (d) Anglicist |
| 5. Transport and communication development | (e) Vishakhapatnam |
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The general directives issued to the Company in the Charter Act of 1813 and its inherent weakness
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What was the controversy about?
The impact of Western ideas and education gave birth to a new awakening. Explain.
State whether the following statement is True or False:
The new education policy benefitted only the upper and the middle class.
Answer the following question:
Why did the English East India Company feel the need for educational; reforms?
Answer the following question:
Who was Lord Macaulay? Why did he recommend the system of a British education in India?
Answer the following question:
What were the main objectives of a British education in India? Mention the steps recommended to implement the policy.
