History of Elementary Education in India

Times Educational Supplement (London)
“By providing a careful summary and comparison of the Primary Education Acts of the various Indian Provinces this little book meets a real need… In his Introduction Mr. E. F. Oaten, the then Director of Public Instruction in Bengal, expresses the hope that the book, from the pen of one who made a special study of the subject both in England and India, will assist towards a practical solution of the problem of overcoming mass illiteracy that has hitherto baffled everybody.”
(London, May, 1925)

The Statement
“A useful and hand summary of the attempts made of late to stimulate primary education. Mr. Sen has done a useful piece of work and all who part in public affairs, and particularly all who are interested in local government, should possess a copy. When they know exactly what has been tried they will be better equipped for further wrestling with the problems.”
(May 17, 1925)

The Modern Review
“This modest volume should be in the hands of M.L.C.’s and members of District Boards and Municipalities in order that they may benefit by the knowledge and training of an educationalist itself his special fields of study. Mr. Sen has discussed the problem in three chapters viz., (1) Government educational policy from 1900 to 1917, (2) Passing of Education Acts in different Provinces, (3) Progress after the passing of the Acts, and some general remarks. His conclusions and suggestions are made in the liberal spirit to be expected of him and Mr. Oaten writes in support of their acceptance by the people through the Ministers.” (April 1925)