Which of the following universities were considered as Institutions of National Importance at the commencement of constitution?

1.Benares Hindu University

2.Aligarh Muslim University

3.Delhi University

4.Hyderabad University

5.Calicut University

A1, 2 & 3 only ✓ Correct

B2, 3 & 4 only

C3, 4 & 5 only

D1, 4 & 5 only

Correct answer: (A) 1, 2 & 3 only

Explanation

At the commencement of the Constitution the institutions of national importance were Benares Hindu, Aligarh Muslim and Delhi Universities.

Statement 1, Benares Hindu University, was so recognised.

Statement 2, Aligarh Muslim University, was likewise recognised.

Statement 3, Delhi University, completed the three named in the Union List.

Hyderabad University and Calicut University were established much later and were not among them.

Institutions of national importance are listed under the Union List of the Constitution.

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