Maharishi Dayanand University was set up in 1976. It is a public university located in Rohtak, Haryana, India. It was established by the Haryana State Legislature in 1976 and named after Maharishi Dayanand Saraswati, the founder of the Arya Samaj. The university offers undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral programs in a variety of disciplines. It has 14 constituent colleges and 21 affiliated colleges. The university has a sprawling campus spread over 1,000 acres. It has a well-stocked library, a sports complex, a health center and a number of hostels. The university has a strong academic reputation and is ranked among the top universities in India.
Option A: 1940 is incorrect because Maharishi Dayanand University was not established in 1940.
Option B: 1956 is incorrect because Maharishi Dayanand University was not established in 1956.
Option C: 1966 is incorrect because Maharishi Dayanand University was not established in 1966.
Option D: 1976 is correct because Maharishi Dayanand University was established in 1976.