When and which Governor-General decided to make English the medium of instruction in India?

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When and which Governor-General decided to make English the medium of instruction in India?

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The correct answer is option 3: 1835-Lord William Bentick. In 1835, Lord William Bentinck, the Governor-General of India, decided to make English the medium of instruction in India. This decision had a significant impact on education in the country as it paved the way for the spread of English education and the rise of modern education in India. It also led to the establishment of English-medium schools and the promotion of English as a language of administration and governance. Lord Bentinck`s decision was influenced by the need for administrative convenience and to create a class of educated Indians who could assist in the British administration of India.