St. Stephen's College, University college in New Delhi, India.
Description
St. Stephen's College is a higher education institution in New Delhi that has operated within the university campus for over a century. Red brick buildings stand around landscaped courtyards and house lecture halls, dormitories, a library, and a chapel in neo-Gothic style.
History
The Cambridge Mission founded the college in 1881 as one of the first Christian educational establishments in northern India. Several leaders and thinkers of the Indian independence movement studied within its walls during the early decades of the 20th century.
Culture
Students participate in numerous academic societies, debate clubs, theater groups, and sports teams that enhance their intellectual and personal development.
Practical
The grounds can be accessed through main gates that open during weekday daytime hours, though entry to certain areas is reserved for students. The chapel and some public pathways allow visitors to get a sense of the architecture and layout.
Did you know?
The college holds the designation of a Gandhi heritage location, recognizing its role in political education during the colonial period. Former students later worked in fields such as politics, journalism, and academia in postcolonial India.
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