On Bangali Muslims, Colonial Education and Communal Politics

The educational policy implemented during the British colonial period, which was a component of the “civilizing mission,” undoubtedly had a significant impact on the political landscape of colonial India. For centuries, the Indian subcontinent has been the subject of study and scrutiny, with a particular focus on the impact of colonialism on its people and society. In this vein, a host of scholars, including Srikumar Acharya (1992), Sibaji Bandopadhyay (1991), Himani Bannerji (1998), and Tithi Bhattacharya (2005), have delved into the realm of colonial education in Bengal, exploring the ramifications of the British imposition of the English language and system of education on the region.