Practice How The British Saw Education (6.1) - Civilising the “Native”, Educating the Nation
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How the British saw Education

Practice - How the British saw Education

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

Who was William Jones?

💡 Hint: Think about early British efforts to understand India.

Question 2 Easy

What was the aim of the English Education Act of 1835?

💡 Hint: Recall the British perspective on language.

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Question 1

What was the primary purpose of British education in India?

To promote local languages
To civilize the natives
To strengthen Indian culture

💡 Hint: Consider how the British viewed their role in India.

Question 2

True or False: William Jones was critical of Indian culture.

True
False

💡 Hint: Remember his contributions in Calcutta.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Examine the long-term effects of British educational policies on contemporary Indian education.

💡 Hint: Consider both the beneficial and detrimental aspects of these policies.

Challenge 2 Hard

Critically evaluate the role of missionary schools in shaping educational opportunities for girls in India.

💡 Hint: Think about their contribution relative to contemporary gender education issues.

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