The Raleigh Commission was set up in 1902 by the British government in India.
It examined the working of Indian universities and influenced major higher education reforms.

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• Commission formed in 1902 under British rule

• Headed by Sir Thomas Raleigh

• Reviewed condition of Indian universities

• Focus on administration and academic standards

• Criticised exam-focused education system

• Favoured stronger government control

• Suggested tighter rules for university affiliation

• Stressed discipline and moral education

• Recommendations led to Universities Act, 1904

• Reinforced colonial influence over higher education