Development Of Educational Institutions In Colonial Manipur (1891-1947)

Education is one of the most important factors in the developmental process of a nation. Colonial education (specially the western education) reached Manipur in the late 19^th century just after the occupation of Manipur by the British. Significant changes took place in the field of education as a result of colonization. This paper attempt to bring out the phases of development of educational institutions during the colonial period (1891-1947) and when these new institutions evolve, outright changes and how this education impacted upon the people.