Q. Which of the following were provisions of the Indian Universities Act of 1904?

1. Control of Government over universities was increased
2. Nominated members were increased in Senates and Syndicates by reducing elected members
3. Inspection of colleges was conducted
4. Only the Government could grant permission for establishing new universities

Select the correct option from the codes given below:
Answer: 1, 2, 3 & 4
Notes: The Indian Universities Act, 1904 increased government control over universities, allowed only the government to permit new universities, increased nominated members in Senates and Syndicates while reducing elected members, and introduced inspection of colleges. All four statements are correct as they accurately reflect key provisions of the Act aimed at tightening British authority over higher education institutions.