The University of Calcutta was founded in

  1. 1850
  2. 1857
  3. 1890
  4. 1901

Answer: 1857

Explanation: It was established on 24 January 1857 and is the oldest multidisciplinary university. Today, the university’s jurisdiction is limited to a few districts of West Bengal, but at the time of establishment it had a catchment area ranging from Lahore to Myanmar. Within India, it is recognized as a “Five-Star University” and accredited an “A+” grade by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC).

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