Which of the following colleges was the first to be established ?

Hindu College, Calcutta
Delhi College
Mayo College
Muslim Anglo-Oriental college

The correct answer is (a) Hindu College, Calcutta.

Hindu College was established in 1817 by David Hare, a Scottish missionary. It was the first college in India to offer a modern education in English. The college was initially opposed by the British East India Company, but it eventually became one of the most prestigious colleges in India.

Delhi College was established in 1825 by the British East India Company. It was the first college in Delhi to offer a modern education in English. The college was initially intended to train Indian civil servants, but it eventually became a center of Indian nationalism.

Mayo College was established in 1872 by the British government. It was the first college in India to offer a modern education to the sons of Indian princes. The college was intended to train Indian leaders who would be loyal to the British Raj.

Muslim Anglo-Oriental College was established in 1875 by the British government. It was the first college in India to offer a modern education to Muslims. The college was intended to train Indian leaders who would be loyal to the British Raj.

Hindu College was the first college to be established in India. It was established in 1817 by David Hare, a Scottish missionary. The college was initially opposed by the British East India Company, but it eventually became one of the most prestigious colleges in India.