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Question No. 238Interactive Test Mode
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Q238. The aim of education as stated by the Wood’s Despatch of 1854 was:

The aim of education as stated by the Wood’s Despatch of 1854 was:

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Correct Answer: Option (D) — the introduction of scientific research and rationalism in the traditional Indian education

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Sir Charles Wood's Despatch (1854) emphasized modern, secular education aimed at diffusing European arts, science, philosophy, and literature, thereby promoting rational thinking and scientific inquiry over purely traditional religious learning.

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Question Specifications & Syllabus Mapping

Examination & YearUPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2003 (Q238)
Paper & Marking SchemeGS Paper I • 2 Marks (-0.66 Negative for incorrect response)
Syllabus Subject & TopicModern History → Partition & Independence
Official Answer KeyOption (D) — the introduction of scientific research and rationalism in the traditional Indian education

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What is the official answer for UPSC Prelims 2003 GS Paper I Question 238 (Modern History)?

The official UPSC answer key for this 2003 Modern History (Partition & Independence) question is Option (D): "the introduction of scientific research and rationalism in the traditional Indian education". Correct attempts carry 2 Marks with -0.66 Negative penalty for wrong answers.

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This question belongs to GS Paper I under the subject "Modern History" and micro-topic "Partition & Independence". You can explore all repeated questions from Partition & Independence in Acme AI's 3D Prelims PYQ Realm or practice 50 full-length and sectional tests in the APT Prelims Test Series.

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