Question 12EvaluateGS1GS1

Evaluate the intended and unintended consequences of British educational policies for the Indian society in the colonial period. (Answer in 250 words)

Introduction

British educational policies were introduced for Indian society to further their own interests. Yet, it had some unintended consequences which finally led to India's independence.

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Intended consequences of British educational policies:

1To create workforce for British administration - clerks, typists etc

2To promote market for European goods by changing preferences of Indians - cotton textiles

3To rally educated Indians against uneducated ones to further devotional interest - Railways

Intended consequences (continued):

4To allow spread of Christianity by developing modern ideas of equality, liberty etc

5To prove their supremacy - white Man's burden - where Indians were shown as uncivilized under Orientalist approach

6To create a class of loyalists - Zamindars

Unintended consequences of British educational policies:

1Indians proved to be perfect disciples learning and understanding the stark contrast between European and Indian conditions.

2Furthered the cause of nationalism - Dadabhai Naoroji's 'Wealth Drain' theory

Unintended consequences (continued):

2Reformation in Indian society against several social evils - Raja Ram Mohan Roy's crusade against Sati.

4Competition with British industries - Pillai's cement factory during Swadeshi movement.

5Awakening of Indian soul against disrespect to Indian culture - Movements like Ramakrishna Paramahamsa mandali, Arya Samaj etc

6Forceful opposition of exploitation - Rise of revolutionaries for establishment of self-governance.

Conclusion: British educational policies like Wood's Despatch (1854), Macaulay's charter etc acted as double edged sword and helped in advancement of Indians

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Conclusion

British educational policies like Wood's Despatch (1854), Macaulay's charter etc acted as double edged sword and helped in advancement of Indians

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Ananya Rana

AIR 60

Subject & Paper

GS1GS1

Topic

Modern Indian History

British Policies

British educational policies and their consequences

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