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Who among the following made a statement in the House of commons that "The destinies of our Indian Empire are covered with thick darkness. It may be that... having become instructed in European knowledge, they may in some future age demand European institutions... whether such a day will ever come I know not.... whenever it comes, it will be proudest day in English history."

The correct answer is
T.B. Macaulay

Macaulay's Statement on Indian Empire's Future

The statement, "The destinies of our Indian Empire are covered with thick darkness. It may be that... having become instructed in European knowledge, they may in some future age demand European institutions... whether such a day will ever come I know not.... whenever it comes, it will be proudest day in English history," was made by T.B. Macaulay.

This quote reflects Macaulay's foresight regarding the impact of introducing European education in India. He was a key figure in the debate over education policy in British India, famously advocating for English as the medium of instruction through his 1835 Minute on Indian Education.

While the specific context might be his Minute or related parliamentary discussions, the sentiment accurately captures his views on the potential long-term consequences of Western education, acknowledging the possibility of Indians eventually seeking Western-style governance or institutions.

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Important Questions from History, Politics and Economics of Education

  1. According to National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE), which of the following is a composite institution?

  2. While preparing a budget, which of the following points are considered to be mandatory?

    a) Revenue

    b) Objectives of the institution

    c) Expenditure

    d) Community involvement

    e) Teacher's salary

    Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

  3. Disadvantages of Bottom up approach of Budgeting are that the budget:

    (a) may not be synchronous with the overall objectives of the organisation

    (b) will be more realistic

    (c) can be quite accurate

    (d) preparation may be slow

    Select the answer from the options given below:

  4. The essential components of a budget are

  5. Human capital theory gives emphasis on:

    a) Security of staff

    b) Staff motivation

    c) Investment on education

    d) Inservice education of the staff

    e) Staff recruitment

    Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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