UPSC Prelims · 2003 · GS Paper I · Q71
The aim of education as stated by the Wood’s Despatch of 1854 was
- (A)The creation of employment opportunities for native Indians
- (B)The spread of western culture in India
- (C)The promotion of literacy among the people using English medium of language
- (D)The introduction of scientific research and rationalism in the traditional Indian education
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Answer: (B) The spread of western culture in India
- Subject
- History
- Chapter
- British Administration, Judiciary & Education Policy
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