British Indian education policies

British Indian education policies during colonial rule aimed to modernize and reform the education system, primarily to serve administrative and economic interests. They introduced English-medium schools, promoted Western sciences and ideas, and established universities to create a skilled workforce aligned with British priorities. While these policies expanded access to formal education for some, they often marginalized indigenous knowledge and cultures. Education was used as a tool to foster loyalty to Britain and to produce a class of intermediaries. Overall, these policies shaped India’s educational landscape, influencing social mobility and cultural identity well into the post-independence era.