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Which of the following was a recommendation of the Hunter Commission ?

Which of the following was a recommendation of the Hunter Commission ? Correct Answer Gradual withdrawal of state support from higher education

The correct answer is Gradual withdrawal of state support from higher education.

Key Points

  • The 1882 Hunter Commission was presided by Sir William Hunter.
  • It was appointed by the then viceroy of India, Lord Ripon.
  • On 3rd April 1882, The hunter commission was constituted.
  • Sir William Hunter was a member of the Executive Council of the Viceroy and an Indian Civil Service officer.

​Additional Information

  • The main objectives of the commission were the following
    • Consider various aspects of education in India, paying special attention to primary education.
    • Enquire into the implementation of Wood’s Despatch of 1854 and suggest ways to improve outcomes of the same.
  • In the lower levels, Preference was given to literate candidates for govt jobs.

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