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In which year was the Hindu College founded?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. 1835 A.D.
  2. 1817 A.D.
  3. 1857 A.D.
  4. 1875 A.D.

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: 1817 A.D.

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: B) 1817 A.D. šŸ“š Explanation: The Hindu College was founded in Calcutta in 1817 by leaders like Raja Rammohan Roy and David Hare. It was established to impart modern Western education and English literature to Indian students. In 1855, this historic educational institution was officially renamed as the Presidency College.