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In 1800, started a college in Calcutta named Fort William College.

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Lord Cornwallis

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Lord William

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Lord Wellesley

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The correct option is C Lord Wellesley
In 1800, Lord Wellesley started a college in Calcutta named Fort William College for aspiring civil service candidates. However, this institution did not have the complete support of the British East India Company.

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