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What was the outcome of the Wood’s Despatch?

The outcome of the Wood’s Despatch was-

• It started a new era in the Indian Education system.


• Through this despatch, the government realised the importance of education.


• This despatch recognised the need for the development of women education.


• Quality of education had been improved and private organisation were encouraged to open new schools.


• New universities were established in Calcutta, Bombay, and Madras.


• Education departments of the government were set up to extend control over all matters regarding education.


• At least one government school opened in every district.


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