10 Questions
Who established the Calcutta Medical College in 1835?
The General Committee of Public Instruction
In which year did Lord Hardinge link knowledge of English with government employment?
1844
What was Iswarchandra Vidyasagar's role in promoting women's education?
He helped establish the Hindu Female School and opened many female schools in the districts.
Why was Vidyasagar's work important for Bengali education?
He established Bengali schools and published pioneering works like Barnaparichay.
What was one of the main factors that led to the Indian awakening according to the text?
Introduction of Western education
Who were the key figures in the Anglicist party during the Anglicist-Orientalist controversy?
W.W. Bird, Saunders, C.E. Trevelyan, Calvin
Who were the key figures in the Orientalist party during the Anglicist-Orientalist controversy?
H.T. Princep, Elliot, Macnaghten, Sutherland
Who was the Governor-General of India who resolved the Anglicist-Orientalist controversy in 1835?
Lord William Bentinck
Which individual in the Governor-General's Council was in favor of introducing Western education in India?
Lord Macaulay
What language was recommended as the medium of instruction in the Education Minute of Lord Macaulay?
English
Study Notes
The Anglicist-Orientalist Controversy
- The Anglicist party, consisting of W.W. Bird, Saunders, C.E. Trevelyan, Calvin, and others, favored introducing Western education in India.
- The Orientalist party, comprising H.T. Prinsep, Elliot, Macnaghten, Sutherland, and others, advocated for traditional Indian learning.
The Introduction of Western Education
- In 1835, Lord William Bentinck, the Governor-General of India, and Lord Macaulay, the Law Member, introduced Western education in India.
- Macaulay's Minute recommended introducing English education in India through the medium of English.
- The British government of India devoted one lakh of rupees to promote European literature and sciences among Indians.
- The medium of instruction was declared to be the English language alone.
Growth of English Education
- The demand for English education grew rapidly after 1835, particularly in Bengal.
- In Bombay and Madras, the progress of English education was slower but still significant.
- In 1835, the Calcutta Medical College was established to impart Western medical science to Indian students.
English Education and Government Employment
- In 1844, Lord Hardinge linked knowledge of English to government employment, providing an incentive for Indians to learn English.
- English-knowing Indians were given preference in government employment, making English education more popular.
Women's Education and Iswarchandra Vidyasagar
- Iswarchandra Vidyasagar worked towards women's education, realizing that women's emancipation depended on education.
- He helped establish the Hindu Female School (Hindu Balika Vidyalaya) in 1849.
- Vidyasagar opened many female schools in districts, some of which were run at his own expense.
- He championed the cause of women's education throughout his life.
Bengali Education
- Vidyasagar promoted Bengali education by establishing Bengali schools.
- He published the pioneering work "Barnaparichay" for beginners in 1855.
Learn about the historical debate between the Anglicist and Orientalist parties in traditional Indian education during the British rule. Discover the key figures, committees, and events that shaped the educational landscape at that time.
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