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{{Infobox university | {{Infobox university | ||
| name = The Elphinstone College | | name = The Elphinstone College | ||
| image = Elphinstone College crest.svg | | image = Elphinstone College crest.svg | ||
| image_size = | | image_size = 200px | ||
| caption = | | caption = [[Crest (heraldry)|Crest]] of the Elphinstone College | ||
| established = | | established = {{start date and age|df=yes|1856}} | ||
| type = [[Public]] | | type = [[Public]] | ||
| principal = | | principal = | ||
| address = 156, Mahatma Gandhi Road | | address = 156, Mahatma Gandhi Road | ||
| city = [[Mumbai | | city = [[Mantralaya, Mumbai, Maharashtra]] | ||
| postalcode = 400023 | |||
| postalcode = 400023 | | country = India | ||
| country = | | campus = Urban | ||
| campus = Urban | | founder = Hon. Jagannath Shankarsheth, Mount Stuart Elphinstone | ||
| parent = [[Government of Maharashtra]] | | parent = [[Government of Maharashtra]] | ||
| academic_affiliations = [[Dr. Homi Bhabha State University]] | | academic_affiliations = [[Dr. Homi Bhabha State University]] | ||
| free = | | free = | ||
| | | other_name = Elphi | ||
| website = {{URL|http://www.elphinstone.ac.in/}} | | website = {{URL|http://www.elphinstone.ac.in/}} | ||
| logo = | | logo = | ||
| location = | | location = | ||
| coor = | | coor = | ||
| affiliations = | | affiliations = | ||
}} | }} | ||
[[File:Elphinstone college mumbai.jpg|upright|thumb|Elphinstone College, Mumbai]] | |||
The | '''Elphinstone College''' is one of the constituent colleges of [[Dr. Homi Bhabha State University]], a state cluster university. Established in 1823, it is one of the oldest colleges in Mumbai. It played a major role in shaping and developing the educational landscape of the city. It also played a pivotal role in the inception of the [[University of Mumbai]]. | ||
The college enjoys a sea of aotable alumnus. This includes the likes of revolutionaries such as [[B. R. Ambedkar]], [[Bal Gangadhar Tilak]], [[Virchand Gandhi]], [[Badruddin Tyabji]], [[Pherozeshah Mehta]], [[Nanabhai Haridas]], [[Kashinath Trimbak Telang]], and [[Jamsetji Tata]] and teachers including [[Dadabhai Naoroji]]. It played a key role in the spread of education in [[Mumbai]]. In 2019, it ended its affiliation with [[University of Mumbai|the University of Mumbai]]. | |||
In 2006, the college marked its sesquicentennial celebrations of inception (1856–2006). It offers undergraduate-level courses in the arts, sciences, and commerce. | In 2006, the college marked its sesquicentennial celebrations of inception (1856–2006). It offers undergraduate-level courses in the arts, sciences, and commerce. | ||
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In 1827, a resolution was passed that an institution for the promotion of education should be established under Bombay Native Education Society and be designated as "Elphinstone College" (distinct from High School). This was named after [[Mountstuart Elphinstone]], the departing [[Governor of Bombay Presidency|Governor of the Bombay Presidency]], who was responsible for beginning higher education in the city. An exuberant amount of Rs. 2,29,636.00 was collected by public subscription to fund teaching professorships in the English language and the Arts, Science, and Literature of Europe. | In 1827, a resolution was passed that an institution for the promotion of education should be established under Bombay Native Education Society and be designated as "Elphinstone College" (distinct from High School). This was named after [[Mountstuart Elphinstone]], the departing [[Governor of Bombay Presidency|Governor of the Bombay Presidency]], who was responsible for beginning higher education in the city. An exuberant amount of Rs. 2,29,636.00 was collected by public subscription to fund teaching professorships in the English language and the Arts, Science, and Literature of Europe. | ||
The college was formally constituted in 1835. The classes commenced in 1836, at Town Hall, with the first two professors: Arthur Bedford Orlebar[[ | The college was formally constituted in 1835. The classes commenced in 1836, at Town Hall, with the first two professors: Arthur Bedford Orlebar ([[natural philosophy]]) - i.e. science) and John Harkness (general [[literature]] - i.e. classics). In 1840, the professors' classes were amalgamated with the Society's High School to form the Elphinstone Native Education Institution. In 1845, the name was shortened to Elphinstone Institution. | ||
Elphinstone College became a distinct institution, separated from the high school, on 1 April 1856. This year is officially considered to be the year of the establishment of Elphinstone College. | Elphinstone College became a distinct institution, separated from the high school, on 1 April 1856. This year is officially considered to be the year of the establishment of Elphinstone College. | ||
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The college was affiliated with the [[University of Mumbai]] in 1860. | The college was affiliated with the [[University of Mumbai]] in 1860. | ||
In 1871, Elphinstone College got its building in [[Byculla]]. James Trubshawe, an architect who flourished in the early part of the 19th century, designed the structure, which was built by the engineer, John Adams. This older Elphinstone College building stands opposite the [[Jijamata Udyaan]] in Byculla, Mumbai. It is now a hospital, and a second Elphinstone College across the [[Jehangir Art Gallery]] was built a decade later. | In 1871, Elphinstone College got its building in [[Byculla]]. James Trubshawe, an architect who flourished in the early part of the 19th century, designed the structure, which was built by the engineer, John Adams. This older Elphinstone College building stands opposite the [[Jijamata Udyaan]] in Byculla, Mumbai. It is now a hospital, and a second Elphinstone College across the [[Jehangir Art Gallery]] was built a decade later. | ||
===Role in inception of University Of Mumbai & Other colleges=== | ===Role in inception of University Of Mumbai & Other colleges=== | ||
The Elphinstone College played a pivotal role in the inception of The [[University of Mumbai|University Of Mumbai]] was established in 1857, the same year as [[Indian Rebellion of 1857|India's first revolt]]. The university's initial classes were held at the | The Elphinstone College played a pivotal role in the inception of The [[University of Mumbai|University Of Mumbai]] which was established in 1857, the same year as [[Indian Rebellion of 1857|India's first revolt]]. The university's initial classes were held at the college's Byculla building and were subsequently moved to the present Fort campus of the same. | ||
The | The college also played a major role in formalizing legal education in India. The esteemed "Perry Professorship" (A chair of [[Jurisprudence]] at [[University of Mumbai|the University Of Mumbai]]) was set up at Elphinstone in 1855. One of the best-known lawyers of the time, [[Barrister]] R. T. Reid ([[LL. B.]] Bar-at-Law) was appointed the first Perry Professor of Jurisprudence and the [[Government Law College, Mumbai|Government Law School]] was establishment. This institution later came to be known as the [[Government Law College, Mumbai]]. It is the oldest law school in Asia. | ||
In 1948, It was suggested that Elphinstone College's premises were to be used (during morning hours) for initial classes of [[Jai Hind College]]. The proposal was accepted and admission started for the Arts Faculty in June of the same year. A formal inauguration took place in September 1948 at the Elphinstone College Library Hall. | In 1948, It was suggested that Elphinstone College's premises were to be used (during morning hours) for initial classes of [[Jai Hind College]]. The proposal was accepted and admission started for the Arts Faculty in June of the same year. A formal inauguration took place in September 1948 at the Elphinstone College Library Hall. | ||
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[[File:Elphinstone College Mumbai.jpg|thumb|Elphinstone College Mumbai]] | [[File:Elphinstone College Mumbai.jpg|thumb|Elphinstone College Mumbai]] | ||
[[File:Elphinstone College 1905.jpeg|thumb|Elphinstone College, c. 1905]] | [[File:Elphinstone College 1905.jpeg|thumb|Elphinstone College, c. 1905]] | ||
The Elphinstone College | The Elphinstone College consists of two academic entities: Junior and Degree colleges. | ||
Degree or "senior" college was affiliated to University of Mumbai till 2019. And, it was later made a constituent college of [[Dr. Homi Bhabha State University]]. This was a newly formed state owned cluster university.<ref>{{Cite web|date=2019-05-16|title=Dr Homi Bhabha University: Admissions to first cluster university in state from this year|url=https://indianexpress.com/article/education/dr-homi-bhabha-university-admissions-to-first-cluster-university-in-state-from-this-year-5730057/|access-date=2021-02-04|website=The Indian Express|language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite news|last=Karangutkar|first=Suyash|date=2019-05-16|title=Maharashtra’s first cluster university to focus on skill development|language=en-IN|work=The Hindu|url=https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/mumbai/states-first-cluster-university-to-focus-on-skill-development/article27142250.ece|access-date=2021-02-04|issn=0971-751X}}</ref> It was the first of its kind. After mere months, another state cluster university was formed in Mumbai called the [[HSNC University]], which included institutes like [[Kishinchand Chellaram College|KC College]] and [[HR College]].<ref>{{Cite web|date=January 19, 2020|first=Yogita|last=Rao|title=Second cluster university in south Mumbai gets govt nod |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/mumbai/second-cluster-university-in-south-mumbai-gets-govt-nod/articleshow/73367145.cms|access-date=2021-02-04|website=The Times of India|language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|title=Governor Koshyari, CM Uddhav Thackeray inaugurate HSNC cluster university|url=https://www.freepressjournal.in/mumbai/hsnc-cluster-university-inaugurated|access-date=2021-02-04|website=Free Press Journal|language=en}}</ref> | Degree or "senior" college was affiliated to University of Mumbai till 2019. And, it was later made a constituent college of [[Dr. Homi Bhabha State University]]. This was a newly formed state owned cluster university.<ref>{{Cite web|date=2019-05-16|title=Dr Homi Bhabha University: Admissions to first cluster university in state from this year|url=https://indianexpress.com/article/education/dr-homi-bhabha-university-admissions-to-first-cluster-university-in-state-from-this-year-5730057/|access-date=2021-02-04|website=The Indian Express|language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite news|last=Karangutkar|first=Suyash|date=2019-05-16|title=Maharashtra’s first cluster university to focus on skill development|language=en-IN|work=The Hindu|url=https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/mumbai/states-first-cluster-university-to-focus-on-skill-development/article27142250.ece|access-date=2021-02-04|issn=0971-751X}}</ref> It was the first of its kind. After mere months, another state cluster university was formed in Mumbai called the [[HSNC University]], which included institutes like [[Kishinchand Chellaram College|KC College]] and [[HR College]].<ref>{{Cite web|date=January 19, 2020|first=Yogita|last=Rao|title=Second cluster university in south Mumbai gets govt nod |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/mumbai/second-cluster-university-in-south-mumbai-gets-govt-nod/articleshow/73367145.cms|access-date=2021-02-04|website=The Times of India|language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|title=Governor Koshyari, CM Uddhav Thackeray inaugurate HSNC cluster university|url=https://www.freepressjournal.in/mumbai/hsnc-cluster-university-inaugurated|access-date=2021-02-04|website=Free Press Journal|language=en}}</ref> | ||
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====Senior college==== | ====Senior college==== | ||
*[[B.Sc]] in [[Physics]], [[Chemistry]], [[Computer Science]], [[Life Sciences]] | *[[B.Sc]] in [[Physics]], [[Chemistry]], [[Computer Science]], [[Life Sciences]] | ||
*[[B.A]] in [[Economics]], [[English language|English]], [[Geography]], [[Hindi]], [[History]], [[Mathematics]], [[Statistics]], [[Marathi | *[[B.A]] in [[Economics]], [[English language|English]], [[Geography]], [[Hindi]], [[History]], [[Mathematics]], [[Statistics]], [[Marathi Language|Marathi]], [[Sociology]] | ||
====Junior college==== | ====Junior college==== | ||
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Locally, the college is famous for its [[Romanesque Revival architecture|Romanesque]] Transitional style building that has been categorised as [[Heritage structures in Mumbai|Grade I Heritage structure]]. The iconic building was designed by [[Trubshaw]]. And, it was made under the supervision of [[Khan Bahadur]] Muncherjee Murzban, and completed in 1888.<ref>{{cite news | author = Linah Baliga | title =Heritage buildings to be restored to former glory| quote =Elphinstone College A Romanesque transition style, it was designed by Trubshaw, supervised by Khan Bahadur Muncherjee Murzban, and completed in 1888. The building is a Grade I listed structure.Established in 1824, Elphinstone is one of the oldest colleges in Bombay. Its alumni are among the greatest names of the Indian Nationalist Movement, strongly establishing the institution’s contribution towards shaping the history of India. The structure will receive anti-termite treatment, new flooring, new Gothic revival details to the parapets, new paving in the courtyard and around the building, renovated toilets, re-plastering where essential and RCC repairs.Repairs to existing windows and doors, new weather sheds on the rear and in the courtyard and weld mesh shutters will also be carried out.Stone facades will be cleaned, paint scraped off from stone, wooden surfaces painted and polished. Defective pipes will also be changed. | newspaper = Daily News and Analysis| date =2 January 2009 | url = http://www.dnaindia.com/mumbai/report-heritage-buildings-to-be-restored-to-former-glory-1218138|access-date= 27 January 2017}}</ref> | Locally, the college is famous for its [[Romanesque Revival architecture|Romanesque]] Transitional style building that has been categorised as [[Heritage structures in Mumbai|Grade I Heritage structure]]. The iconic building was designed by [[Trubshaw]]. And, it was made under the supervision of [[Khan Bahadur]] Muncherjee Murzban, and completed in 1888.<ref>{{cite news | author = Linah Baliga | title =Heritage buildings to be restored to former glory| quote =Elphinstone College A Romanesque transition style, it was designed by Trubshaw, supervised by Khan Bahadur Muncherjee Murzban, and completed in 1888. The building is a Grade I listed structure.Established in 1824, Elphinstone is one of the oldest colleges in Bombay. Its alumni are among the greatest names of the Indian Nationalist Movement, strongly establishing the institution’s contribution towards shaping the history of India. The structure will receive anti-termite treatment, new flooring, new Gothic revival details to the parapets, new paving in the courtyard and around the building, renovated toilets, re-plastering where essential and RCC repairs.Repairs to existing windows and doors, new weather sheds on the rear and in the courtyard and weld mesh shutters will also be carried out.Stone facades will be cleaned, paint scraped off from stone, wooden surfaces painted and polished. Defective pipes will also be changed. | newspaper = Daily News and Analysis| date =2 January 2009 | url = http://www.dnaindia.com/mumbai/report-heritage-buildings-to-be-restored-to-former-glory-1218138|access-date= 27 January 2017}}</ref> | ||
In 2004, The | In 2004, The college was awarded the Asia-Pacific Heritage Award for Culture Heritage Conservation by [[UNESCO]].<ref>{{Cite web|last=Ramakrishnan|first=Priya|date=2007-12-06|title=Welcome to the heritage capital|url=https://www.dnaindia.com/mumbai/report-welcome-to-the-heritage-capital-1137726|access-date=2021-02-04|website=DNA India|language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|title=Elphinstone College, Mumbai|url=https://careerworldedu.org/elphinstone-college-mumbai/2407|access-date=2021-02-04|website=Career World|language=en}}</ref> | ||
== Festivals == | == Festivals == | ||
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===Maharashtrotsav=== | ===Maharashtrotsav=== | ||
Maharashtrotsav is a National Level Inter-College Cultural Festival organized by all the students and faculties of Elphinstone College. In | Maharashtrotsav is a National Level Inter-College Cultural Festival organized by all the students and faculties of Elphinstone College. In 2011–2012, it gathered a crowd of more than 75 colleges with nearly 2500 students, which was then a State Level Event. In 2012–2013, marked huge progress in its type making it National Level Festival with nearly 5000 students from more than 130 colleges across India. | ||
[[File:Techtsar Original Logo.svg|thumb|TechTsar Logo]] | [[File:Techtsar Original Logo.svg|thumb|TechTsar Logo]] | ||
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== Location == | == Location == | ||
The college is located in the [[Kala Ghoda]] area of [[South Mumbai]]. Several landmarks, business districts and waters of [[Arabian Sea]] are | The college is located in the [[Kala Ghoda]] area of [[South Mumbai]]. Several landmarks, business districts and waters of [[Arabian Sea]] are close by. | ||
The college is easily accessible by train (from [[Churchgate railway station|Churchgate]] and [[Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus|CSMT]]) and bus. | The college is easily accessible by train (from [[Churchgate railway station|Churchgate]] and [[Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus|CSMT]]) and bus. | ||
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{{alumni|date=January 2020}} | {{alumni|date=January 2020}} | ||
[[File:JNTata.jpg|thumb|right|[[Jamsetji Tata]], an alumnus of Elphinstone College]] | [[File:JNTata.jpg|thumb|right|[[Jamsetji Tata]], an alumnus of Elphinstone College]] | ||
*[[B. R. Ambedkar]], an Indian jurist, economist, scholar, political leader, a [[Buddhist]] revivalist, and the chief architect of the [[Constitution of India]]. | *[[B. R. Ambedkar]], an Indian jurist, [[Bharat Ratna]], economist, scholar, political leader, a [[Buddhist]] revivalist, and the chief architect of the [[Constitution of India]]. | ||
*[[Kishori Amonkar]], [[Padma Vibhushan]], [[Hindustani classical music]] performer. | *[[Kishori Amonkar]], [[Padma Vibhushan]], [[Hindustani classical music]] performer. | ||
*[[Dhiruben Patel]], a [[Novelist]], [[Playwright]] and [[Translator]]. [[Sahitya Akademi Award]] and Ranjitram Suvarna Chandrak Award Winner. | *[[Dhiruben Patel]], a [[Novelist]], [[Playwright]] and [[Translator]]. [[Sahitya Akademi Award]] and Ranjitram Suvarna Chandrak Award Winner. | ||
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* [[Kunal Ganjawala]], singer. | * [[Kunal Ganjawala]], singer. | ||
*[[Vishnu Vasudev Narlikar]], famous physicist | *[[Vishnu Vasudev Narlikar]], famous physicist | ||
* [[Anuradha Ghandy]], political leader and member of Central Committee of [[Communist Party of India (Marxist–Leninist)]] | *[[G. S. Ghurye]], founder of [[Indian Sociological Society|Indian sociology]]; President of [[Indian Sociological Society]]; Professor & Head (Dept. of Sociology) at [[University of Mumbai]] (Erstwhile, [[University of bombay|University of Bombay]]) | ||
* [[M. N. Srinivas]], pioneering sociologist & social anthropologist; Professor at [[Delhi School of Economics]]; Fellow at [[All Souls College, Oxford]] ([[University of Oxford]]) | |||
*[[Anuradha Ghandy]], political leader and member of Central Committee of [[Communist Party of India (Marxist–Leninist)]] | |||
*[[Sanjay Ghose]], rural management, community health, development media. | *[[Sanjay Ghose]], rural management, community health, development media. | ||
*[[Gopal Krishna Gokhale]], founding member of the [[Indian independence movement]], social reformer. | *[[Gopal Krishna Gokhale]], founding member of the [[Indian independence movement]], social reformer. | ||
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*[[Nanabhai Haridas]], first Indian judge at the [[Bombay High Court]]. | *[[Nanabhai Haridas]], first Indian judge at the [[Bombay High Court]]. | ||
*[[Kashinath Trimbak Telang]], judge and oriental scholar. | *[[Kashinath Trimbak Telang]], judge and oriental scholar. | ||
*Nakul Chopra, CEO of [[Broadcast Audience Research Council|BARC India]] & Former CEO of [[Publicis Sapient|Publicis]] South Asia | |||
*[[Bal Gangadhar Tilak]], Nationalist, social reformer and freedom fighter, who was the first popular leader of the [[Indian independence movement|Indian Independence Movement]]. | *[[Bal Gangadhar Tilak]], Nationalist, social reformer and freedom fighter, who was the first popular leader of the [[Indian independence movement|Indian Independence Movement]]. | ||
*[[Ajit Wadekar]], international cricketer, later served as both captain and manager of the Indian cricket team. | *[[Ajit Wadekar]], international cricketer, later served as both captain and manager of the Indian cricket team. | ||
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*[[Kavasji Naegamvala]], Astronomer | *[[Kavasji Naegamvala]], Astronomer | ||
*[[Karanvir Bohra]], Indian television actor | *[[Karanvir Bohra]], Indian television actor | ||
*[[Shoma Sen]], women's rights activist | |||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
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[[Category:Affiliates of the University of Mumbai]] | [[Category:Affiliates of the University of Mumbai]] | ||
[[Category:Universities and colleges in Mumbai]] | [[Category:Universities and colleges in Mumbai]] | ||
[[Category:Educational institutions established in 1856]] | [[Category:Educational institutions established in 1856]] | ||
[[Category:The Victorian and Art Deco Ensemble of Mumbai]] | [[Category:The Victorian and Art Deco Ensemble of Mumbai]] | ||
[[Category:1856 establishments in India]] | [[Category:1856 establishments in India]] | ||
[[Category:Colleges in India]] | |||