University of Allahabad
The University of Allahabad is a public state university located in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, India. It was established on 23 September 1887 by an act of Parliament and is recognised as an Institute of National Importance (INI). It is one of the oldest modern universities in India.[4] Its origins lie in the Muir Central College, named after Lt. Governor of North-Western Provinces Sir William Muir in 1876, who suggested the idea of a Central University at Prayagraj, which later evolved to the present university.[5][6] It was known as the "Oxford of the East".[7] Its Central University status was re-established through the University of Allahabad Act 2005 by the Parliament of India.
University of Allahabad
Seal of the University of Allahabad Motto Latin: Quot Rami Tot Arbores Motto in English "As Many Branches So Many Trees" Type Public Established 23 September 1887; 136 years ago Chancellor Ashish Chauhan Vice-Chancellor Sangita Srivastava[1] Rector Governor of Uttar Pradesh Visitor President of India Academic staff 310[2] Students 17,727[3] Postgraduates 9,447[3] Doctoral students 588[3] Location Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, India 25.466523°N 81.859423°E Campus Urban Colours
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