may 1, 1904 - Indian Universities Act

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- The Act was introduced by Lord Curzon, the then Viceroy of India, following the recommendations of the Indian Universities Commission, led by Sir Thomas Raleigh, which was constituted in 1902 to assess the state of higher education in India

Key Provisions
- Reconstitution of Governing Bodies: The Act mandated a reduction in the size of university senates, setting a minimum of 50 and a maximum of 100 members. The number of elected members was specified as 20 for major universities like Bombay, Calcutta, and Madras, and 15 for others.
- Government Authority: The government was empowered to appoint a majority of university members, thereby tightening its grip on university governance.
- Territorial Jurisdiction: The Governor-General was given the authority to define the territorial boundaries of universities and determine affiliations between universities and colleges.
- Stricter Affiliation Rules: The Act introduced stricter rules for colleges seeking affiliation with universities, which aimed to standardize educational qualifications and maintain quality control

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