British Influence on Indian Education
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What was one of the main goals of the British in India?

  • Promotion of indigenous cultures
  • Territorial conquest and control over revenues (correct)
  • Preservation of existing customs and values
  • Peaceful coexistence with the natives

    • What was William Jones known for?

  • Expertise in Indian philosophy
  • Being a linguist and expert in law (correct)
  • Promotion of British customs in India
  • Establishing educational institutions in Calcutta

    • What did the British believe was part of their cultural mission in India?

  • Avoiding any interference in local customs
  • Civilising the natives and changing their customs and values (correct)
  • Allowing complete autonomy to the Indian population
  • Preserving indigenous traditions

    • What was the role of William Jones at the Supreme Court in Calcutta?

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    What did the British struggle to find regarding education in India?

    <p>Simple answers to questions about Indian education (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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