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What level of education did the Hunter Commission focus on?
What level of education did the Hunter Commission focus on?
- Primary education
- Higher education (correct)
- Secondary education
- Vocational education
Which commission proposed the use of the mother tongue as the medium of instruction?
Which commission proposed the use of the mother tongue as the medium of instruction?
- Wadhwani Plan (correct)
- Hunter Commission
- Sadler Commission
- Sagent Plan
What was a major focus of the Sagent Plan?
What was a major focus of the Sagent Plan?
- Technical and vocational training (correct)
- Promotion of English language
- Higher education exclusively
- Primary education only
Which commission introduced indian representation in education in India?
Which commission introduced indian representation in education in India?
Which commission did NOT include Indian participation?
Which commission did NOT include Indian participation?
What was the main contribution of the Rai Commission?
What was the main contribution of the Rai Commission?
Which commission recommended the inclusion of vocational and technical education?
Which commission recommended the inclusion of vocational and technical education?
What did the Wadhwani Plan primarily focus on?
What did the Wadhwani Plan primarily focus on?
What was the primary focus of Macaulay's Minute in 1835?
What was the primary focus of Macaulay's Minute in 1835?
Which significant universities were established due to Wood's Despatch?
Which significant universities were established due to Wood's Despatch?
What was the outcome of the Hunter Commission in 1882-83?
What was the outcome of the Hunter Commission in 1882-83?
Which education level was primarily focused on by the Sadler Commission?
Which education level was primarily focused on by the Sadler Commission?
What was a key recommendation of the Sargent Plan in 1944?
What was a key recommendation of the Sargent Plan in 1944?
What did the Wardha Scheme of 1937 propose regarding the medium of instruction?
What did the Wardha Scheme of 1937 propose regarding the medium of instruction?
Which commission highlighted inefficiencies in primary education?
Which commission highlighted inefficiencies in primary education?
What was the primary concern of the Rayleigh Commission?
What was the primary concern of the Rayleigh Commission?
What unique educational focus did Wood's Despatch have during its implementation?
What unique educational focus did Wood's Despatch have during its implementation?
Which of the following commissions did NOT include Indian participation?
Which of the following commissions did NOT include Indian participation?
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Macaulay's Minute (1835)
Macaulay's Minute (1835)
English became the official medium of instruction in India, with discontinued state support for Sanskrit and Arabic. It focused only on higher education and had no Indian involvement.
Wood's Despatch (1854)
Wood's Despatch (1854)
Outlined primary, secondary, and higher education levels. Established universities in major cities. Allowed Sanskrit and Arabic alongside English, but English was the higher education language, with a focus on education for Muslims.
Hunter Commission (1882-83)
Hunter Commission (1882-83)
Reviewed the progress of Wood's Despatch, covering primary, secondary, and higher education levels. The first commission under British rule showing some Indian involvement, but not substantial.
Rayleigh Commission (1902-04)
Rayleigh Commission (1902-04)
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Sadler Commission (1917-19)
Sadler Commission (1917-19)
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Hartog Committee (1929)
Hartog Committee (1929)
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Wardha Scheme (1937)
Wardha Scheme (1937)
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Sargent Plan (1944)
Sargent Plan (1944)
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Education Reports & Plans
Education Reports & Plans
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Indian Participation
Indian Participation
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Houghton Report (1929)
Houghton Report (1929)
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Education Plan (1937)
Education Plan (1937)
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Education Levels (P-S-H)
Education Levels (P-S-H)
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Indian Participation in Education Commissions
Indian Participation in Education Commissions
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Study Notes
Important Education Reports & Plans in India
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Macaulay's Minute (1835):
- English became the official language of instruction.
- State support for Sanskrit and Arabic ended.
- Focused solely on higher education.
- No Indian participation.
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Wood's Despatch (1854):
- Education levels covered primary, secondary, and higher.
- Universities were established in Calcutta, Bombay, and Madras.
- Allowed Sanskrit and Arabic alongside English.
- Local language used in schools, English for higher education.
- Introduced a secular education system with grants-in-aid.
- Focused on education for Muslims.
- No Indian participation.
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Hunter Commission (1882-83):
- Reviewed the progress of Wood's Despatch.
- Covered primary, secondary, and higher education levels.
- First commission under British Crown rule.
- No Indian participation.
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Rayleigh Commission (1902-04):
- Focused on higher education.
- Reduced university autonomy.
- No Indian participation.
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Sadler Commission (1917-19):
- Focused on higher education.
- Indian representation included.
- Emphasized vocational and technical education.
- Recommended 12 years of schooling before university.
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Hartog Committee (1929):
- Covered primary, secondary, and higher education.
- Highlighted inefficiencies in primary education.
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Wardha Scheme (1937):
- Proposed by Zakir Hussain.
- Focused on primary education.
- Recommended mother tongue as the medium of instruction.
- English was not included.
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Sargent Plan (1944):
- Covered primary, secondary, and higher education.
- Emphasized technical and vocational education.
- Proposed free and compulsory education for 6-14 year olds.
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Explore key education reports and plans in India from Macaulay's Minute to the Rayleigh Commission. This quiz covers the evolution of the English education system, local language usage, and the establishment of universities. Test your knowledge on the impact of these historical documents on India's educational landscape.
