Which of the following universities were empowered to confer the honorary degree of LL.D. in 1884 ?

(A) Dacca

(B) Calcutta

(C) Bombay

(D) Madras

(E) Mysore

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

The correct answer is - (B), (C), (D) Only

Key Points

• Universities empowered to confer the honorary degree of LL.D. in 1884
  • The University of Calcutta, University of Bombay, and University of Madras were among the universities granted the power to confer this honorary degree.
  • These universities were part of the earliest established universities during British rule in India and held significant academic authority.

Additional Information

• Historical Context of Indian Universities
  • The universities of Calcutta, Bombay, and Madras were established in 1857, making them some of the oldest modern universities in India.
  • These universities were modeled after the University of London and aimed to provide higher education and promote advanced learning and research.
  • They played a crucial role in the educational development of India during the colonial period and beyond.
• Honorary Degrees
  • An honorary degree is a degree awarded to an individual without the usual requirements, such as matriculation, attendance, course credits, and examinations.
  • These degrees are often awarded to acknowledge an individual's contributions to a specific field or to society in general.
  • The degree of Doctor of Laws (LL.D.) is typically conferred to individuals who have made significant contributions to the field of law or public service.