Question

Describe the various educational developments that took place in Tamil Nadu during the British rule.

Answer 1

Instructions: Explain the following points:

• Contributions of Sir Thomas Munro
• Department of Public instruction
• Formation of Madras University
• Passing of the Local Boards Act
• Formation of the Annamalai University

Solution: Some of theeducational developments that took place in Tamil Nadu during the British rule are as follows:

• Sir Thomas Munro, the Governor of Madras Presidency (1820-27) introduced Western education in Madras Presidency. The Munro Education Commission recommended the creation of Collectorate and Tahsildare schools in each district.
• Wood’s Despatch of 1854 led to establishment of the Department of Public instruction in Madras Presidency.
• Madras University was founded in 1857.
• In 1882 the Local Boards Act was passed to open new schools and to get grants from the government.
• Annamalai University was established at Chidambaram in 1929.