Which of the following universities were established in the year 1857?

1.Calcutta University

2.Bombay University

3.Madras University

4.Allahabad University

A1, 2 & 4 only

B1, 2 & 3 only ✓ Correct

C2, 3 & 4 only

D1, 3 & 4 only

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

Explanation

Calcutta, Bombay and Madras universities were all founded in 1857 on the model of London University.

Statement 1 is right, as Calcutta University began in 1857.

Statement 2 is right, as Bombay University began in 1857.

Statement 3 is right, as Madras University began in 1857.

Statement 4 is wrong, since Allahabad University was founded much later, in 1887.

These three were India's earliest modern universities, created after Wood's Despatch.

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