Which of the following universities were established in the year 1916?

A. Delhi University

B. Banaras University

C. Mysore University

D. S. N. D. T women University

Choose the correct answer from the options given below: 

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  1. A, B & C only
  2. A & D only
  3. A & C only
  4. B, C & D only

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Option 4 : B, C & D only
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Among the given options, the universities established in the year 1916 are:

  • Delhi University:
    • Delhi University was established in 1922 by an Act of the Imperial Legislative Council. It is one of the oldest and largest universities in India.
  • Mysore University: 
    • Mysore University was established in 1916 by an Act of the Mysore State Legislature. It is one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in India.
  • Banaras University: 
    • Banaras Hindu University was established in 1916 by an Act of the Government of India. However, it was formally inaugurated in 1917.
  • S. N. D. T women University:  
    • D. S. N. D. T Women's University: Shreemati Nathibai Damodar Thackersey Women's University, commonly known as SNDT Women's University was established in 1916

 

Therefore, the correct answer is option 4) B, C & D only

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