Colonial Era Educational Institutions in India Quiz
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What was the purpose of the madrasa set up in Calcutta in 1781?

  • To promote the study of Arabic, Persian, and Islamic law (correct)
  • To facilitate the study of modern science and technology
  • To encourage the study of ancient Sanskrit texts
  • To promote the study of English literature
  • What subjects were promoted by the madrasa and Hindu college, respectively?

  • Modern science and technology; English literature
  • English literature; Modern science and technology
  • Arabic, Persian, Islamic law; Ancient Sanskrit texts (correct)
  • Chinese language and culture; Arabic, Persian, Islamic law
  • What was the focus of the Hindu college established in Benaras in 1791?

  • Promote the study of English literature
  • Encourage the study of ancient Sanskrit texts (correct)
  • Encourage the study of Chinese language and culture
  • Facilitate the study of modern science and technology
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