The 'Hunter Commission' on education (1882) was appointed by which Viceroy? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The 'Hunter Commission' on education (1882) was appointed by which Viceroy?
A. Lord Curzon
B. Lord Lytton
C. Lord Ripon
D. Lord Dufferin
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The Hunter Education Commission was appointed by Lord Ripon in 1882 to review the progress of education since Wood's Despatch. It recommended increased attention to primary education.

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The Delhi Durbar of 1911 was held during the reign of:
A. Queen Victoria
B. King Edward VII
C. King George V
D. King George VI

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
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The Wood’s Despatch of 1854 is popularly considered as the:
A. Magna Carta of Local Self-Government in India
B. Charter of Indian Press Freedom
C. Foundation of Judicial Administration
D. Magna Carta of English Education in India

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Sir Charles Wood's Despatch of 1854 laid down the comprehensive blueprint for a proper system of education in India from primary school level right up to universities.

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A. Lala Lajpat Rai
B. N. M. Joshi
C. B. P. Wadia
D. V. V. Giri

Correct Answer: Option A


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