Wood’s Despatch, issued in 1854 by Charles Wood, redefined British India’s education policy, emphasizing systematic education development under government supervision.
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- Known as the “Magna Carta of English Education in India.”
- Recommended establishing universities in Calcutta, Bombay, and Madras.
- Promoted English as the medium for higher education.
- Encouraged vernacular languages at the primary level.
- Advocated for teacher training institutions.
- Introduced a department of education in every province.
- Emphasised women’s education and vocational training.
- Supported grants-in-aid for private educational institutions.
- Aimed to produce educated Indians for administrative roles.
- Laid the foundation for India’s modern education structure.




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