Local Schools
Question 1: What was the Charter Act of 1813?
Answer:
Charter Act of 1813 meant permanence of British rule in India. Around 1 lakh was set annually for educational purposes.
Question 2: Who introduced the British education system in India?
Answer:
Lord William Bentinck introduced British education system in India.
Question 3: Who was Lord Macaulay?
Answer:
Lord Macaulay served from 1834 to 1838 as the first member of law department on governor general council, helping in ensuring that english is used widely.
CBSE Class 8 History Chapter 7 – Civilising the Native, Educating the Nation
Indian education was examined both historically and sociologically during British colonization. It is worth noting that British colonial authorities implemented policies and initiatives aimed at “civilizing” Indians, such as the founding of new schools and the reformation of old ones.
William Adam was the first one to come up with his report in 1813. British introduced a more logic-based system of education which helped people to develop thinking capacities and elimination of problems in Indian society. Around this time, the Indian nationalist movement arose, asking for better access to education for Indians. The British colonial authorities were hostile to these nationalist initiatives to keep control over Indian education.