may 2, 1830 - Scottish Church College

Description:

1. Founder: Reverend Alexander Duff, a Scottish missionary in Calcutta
2. Original Name: General Assembly's Institution.
3. Significance:
a) Among the earliest Christian missionary colleges in India, combining modern scientific education with Christian teachings.
b) One of the first institutions to adopt English as the medium of instruction.
c) Produced notable alumni like Swami Vivekananda and Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose.

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