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	}}'''Banaras Hindu University (BHU)''', which existed under the name Benares Hindu University, stands as one of India's oldest and most prestigious central universities in Varanasi,[[India]]. The university started its operations in 1916 when the educationist Madan Mohan Malaviya established it with support from Annie Besant along with other leading figures and royal benefactors. The university operationally presents itself as a prestigious institution which offers academic programs that display outstanding educational standards while maintaining a vibrant cultural environment and developing research activities. The university operates across a 1,300-acre campus which stands as one of Asia's biggest residential institutions that accommodates more than 30,000 students who come from multiple regions of India and from 45 different countries. The university provides a unique educational model which combines traditional Indian knowledge systems with contemporary scientific teaching methods while it has received dual recognition as an Institute of Eminence and an Institute of National Importance due to its major impact on Indian higher education.		}}'''Banaras Hindu University (BHU)''', which existed under the name Benares Hindu University, stands as one of India's oldest and most prestigious central universities in Varanasi,[[India]]<ref>{{Cite web \|title= Chancellor\|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20191030183923/http://bhu.ac.in/admin/chancellor.php \|website=Banaras Hindu University (via Internet Archive) \|access-date=8 April 2026}}</ref>. The university started its operations in 1916 when the educationist Madan Mohan Malaviya established it with support from Annie Besant along with other leading figures and royal benefactors<ref>{{Cite web \|title= Universities face shortage of teachers \|url=https://www.rediff.com/news/report/univ/20071004.htm \|website=Rediff \|access-date=8 April 2026}}</ref>. The university operationally presents itself as a prestigious institution which offers academic programs that display outstanding educational standards while maintaining a vibrant cultural environment and developing research activities<ref>{{Cite web \|title= Institution of Eminence \|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210423075856/https://www.education.gov.in/en/ioe \|website=Ministry of Education, Government of India (via Internet Archive) \|access-date=8 April 2026}}</ref>. The university operates across a 1,300-acre campus which stands as one of Asia's biggest residential institutions that accommodates more than 30,000 students who come from multiple regions of India and from 45 different countries<ref>{{Cite web \|title= Banaras Hindu University: Best college in Varanasi \|url=https://www.indiatoday.in/education/story/20160711-banaras-hindu-university-best-college-in-varanasi-829188-2016-06-30 \|website=India Today \|access-date=8 April 2026}}</ref>. The university provides a unique educational model which combines traditional Indian knowledge systems with contemporary scientific teaching methods while it has received dual recognition as an Institute of Eminence and an Institute of National Importance due to its major impact on Indian higher education<ref>{{Cite web \|title= Institution of Eminence \|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210423075856/https://www.education.gov.in/en/ioe \|website=Ministry of Education, Government of India (via Internet Archive) \|access-date=8 April 2026}}</ref>.

	==Mission & Vision==		==Mission & Vision==

	The mission of Banaras Hindu University aims to deliver complete educational programs which combine contemporary scientific knowledge with traditional Indian educational methods to create students who possess both academic abilities and ethical principles and social responsibility. The university intends to establish itself as an international hub of academic excellence which produces research and innovative solutions while safeguarding Indian cultural heritage and making valuable contributions to both national progress and worldwide development.		The mission of Banaras Hindu University aims to deliver complete educational programs which combine contemporary scientific knowledge with traditional Indian educational methods to create students who possess both academic abilities and ethical principles and social responsibility<ref>{{cite web \|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120618042838/http://www.bhu.ac.in/barkachha/aboutrgsc.html \|title=About Rajiv Gandhi South Campus (RGSC) \|website=Banaras Hindu University \|date=2012-06-18 \|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120618042838/http://www.bhu.ac.in/barkachha/aboutrgsc.html \|archive-date=2012-06-18 \|access-date=2026-04-25}}</ref>. The university intends to establish itself as an international hub of academic excellence which produces research and innovative solutions while safeguarding Indian cultural heritage and making valuable contributions to both national progress and worldwide development<ref>{{cite web \|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120618042838/http://www.bhu.ac.in/barkachha/aboutrgsc.html \|title=About Rajiv Gandhi South Campus (RGSC) \|website=Banaras Hindu University \|date=2012-06-18 \|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120618042838/http://www.bhu.ac.in/barkachha/aboutrgsc.html \|archive-date=2012-06-18 \|access-date=2026-04-25}}</ref>.

	== Core Values ==		== Core Values ==
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	* '''Cultural Heritage''' – The organization works to protect Indian cultural traditions through its programs.		* '''Cultural Heritage''' – The organization works to protect Indian cultural traditions through its programs.
	* '''Innovation''' – The organization provides backing for both imaginative work and scientific progress.		* '''Innovation''' – The organization provides backing for both imaginative work and scientific progress.
	* '''Service to Society''' – The organization works to improve both national and international progress through its activities.		* '''Service to Society''' – The organization works to improve both national and international progress through its activities<ref>{{cite web \|url=https://news.biharprabha.com/2014/02/banaras-hindu-university-keen-to-setup-its-center-in-bihar/ \|title=Banaras Hindu University keen to set up its center in Bihar \|website=Bihar Prabha News \|publisher=IANS \|date=2014-02-01 \|access-date=2026-04-25}}</ref><ref>{{cite web \|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/varanasi/bhu-south-campus-stores-rainwater-becomes-self-reliant-in-water-needs/articleshow/90279744.cms \|title=BHU South Campus stores rainwater, becomes self-reliant in water needs \|website=The Times of India \|publisher=TNN \|date=2022-03-17 \|access-date=2026-04-25}}</ref>.

	== Key People ==		== Key People ==
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	====Founder====		====Founder====

	'''Madan Mohan Malaviya''' – An eminent Indian educationist, nationalist leader, and visionary who established Banaras Hindu University in 1916 with the aim of promoting modern education rooted in Indian culture.		'''Madan Mohan Malaviya''' – An eminent Indian educationist, nationalist leader, and visionary who established Banaras Hindu University in 1916 with the aim of promoting modern education rooted in Indian culture<ref>{{cite web \|url=https://www.dnaindia.com/india/report-bhu-apathy-how-many-women-safety-panels-does-varsity-with-30000-students-has-zero-2548369 \|title=BHU apathy: How many women safety panels does varsity with 30,000 students has? Zero \|website=DNA India \|publisher=Daily News and Analysis \|date=2017-09-25 \|access-date=2026-04-25}}</ref>.

	====Co-founder====		====Co-founder====
	'''Annie Besant''' – A British-born theosophist, social reformer, and Indian independence supporter who played a key role in the early development of the university and founded the Central Hindu College.		'''Annie Besant''' – A British-born theosophist, social reformer, and Indian independence supporter who played a key role in the early development of the university and founded the Central Hindu College<ref>{{cite web \|url=https://iitbhu.ac.in/rnd/irma \|title=IRMA – Centre of Excellence for Refractories \|website=Indian Institute of Technology (BHU) Varanasi \|access-date=2026-04-25}}</ref>.

	====Major Supporter====		====Major Supporter====
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	====Vice-Chancellor====		====Vice-Chancellor====

	'''Ajit Kumar Chaturvedi''' – The chief executive officer of the university responsible for academic leadership and administrative management.		'''Ajit Kumar Chaturvedi''' – The chief executive officer of the university responsible for academic leadership and administrative management<ref>{{cite web \|url=https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/politics-and-nation/president-pranab-mukherjee-to-attend-centenary-year-celebrations-at-banaras-hindu-university/articleshow/52222449.cms \|title=President Pranab Mukherjee to attend centenary year celebrations at Banaras Hindu University \|website=The Economic Times \|publisher=PTI \|date=2016-05-11 \|access-date=2026-04-25}}</ref>.

	== Colleges List ==		== Colleges List ==
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	'''V'''		'''V'''
	* Vasanta College for Women (1913)		* Vasanta College for Women (1913)
	* Vasant Kanya Mahavidyalaya (1954)		* Vasant Kanya Mahavidyalaya (1954)<ref>{{cite web \|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/varanasi/iit-bhu-floats-mega-plans-for-100-year-celebrations/articleshow/49151888.cms \|title=IIT-BHU floats mega plans for 100 year celebrations \|website=The Times of India \|publisher=TNN \|date=2015-09-29 \|access-date=2026-04-25}}</ref>

	==Academic Features==		==Academic Features==

	Banaras Hindu University provides a complete educational system which combines multiple academic disciplines to support various academic programs. The university consists of six main institutes which contain 14 faculties and approximately 140 academic departments that teach arts science commerce management law agriculture medical sciences and performing arts. BHU creates a lively educational atmosphere which serves more than 30000 students and maintains strong international student enrollment. The university operates one of Asia's biggest residential systems which includes more than 65 hostels that provide accommodation to thousands of students. The university's main academic strength comes from Indian Institute of Technology BHU which enhances its reputation as an engineering and technology education institution.		Banaras Hindu University provides a complete educational system which combines multiple academic disciplines to support various academic programs. The university consists of six main institutes which contain 14 faculties and approximately 140 academic departments that teach arts science commerce management law agriculture medical sciences and performing arts. BHU creates a lively educational atmosphere which serves more than 30000 students and maintains strong international student enrollment<ref>{{cite web \|url=https://www.livemint.com/Opinion/6EvL9afbnsGs183LaQVR0I/Mahamana-A-forgotten-visionary.html \|title=Mahamana: A forgotten visionary \|last=Shekhar \|first=Shashi \|website=Mint \|date=2017-12-25 \|access-date=2026-04-25}}</ref>. The university operates one of Asia's biggest residential systems which includes more than 65 hostels that provide accommodation to thousands of students. The university's main academic strength comes from Indian Institute of Technology BHU which enhances its reputation as an engineering and technology education institution.

	==Achievements & Recognition==		==Achievements & Recognition==

	Banaras Hindu University has earned numerous accolades and recognitions over the years, establishing itself as a leading institution in India. The Government of India has designated the institution as an Institute of Eminence which also holds the designation of Institute of National Importance. The university operates as one of the biggest residential institutions in Asia which belongs to the esteemed BRICS Universities League. The BHU centenary celebration took place between 2015 and 2016 which commemorated100 years of educational and research excellence. The organization maintains its high reputation through its work in scientific research and humanities studies and medical research and engineering development.		Banaras Hindu University has earned numerous accolades and recognitions over the years, establishing itself as a leading institution in India. The Government of India has designated the institution as an Institute of Eminence which also holds the designation of Institute of National Importance. The university operates as one of the biggest residential institutions in Asia which belongs to the esteemed BRICS Universities League. The BHU centenary celebration took place between 2015 and 2016 which commemorated100 years of educational and research excellence. The organization maintains its high reputation through its work in scientific research and humanities studies and medical research and engineering development<ref>{{cite web \|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120614094235/http://www.bhu.ac.in/mahamana.htm \|title=Mahamana Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya \|website=Banaras Hindu University \|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120614094235/http://www.bhu.ac.in/mahamana.htm \|archive-date=2012-06-14 \|access-date=2026-04-25}}</ref>.

	== External Links ==		== External Links ==

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	}}'''Banaras Hindu University (BHU)''', which existed under the name Benares Hindu University, stands as one of India's oldest and most prestigious central universities in Varanasi. The university started its operations in 1916 when the educationist Madan Mohan Malaviya established it with support from Annie Besant along with other leading figures and royal benefactors. The university operationally presents itself as a prestigious institution which offers academic programs that display outstanding educational standards while maintaining a vibrant cultural environment and developing research activities. The university operates across a 1,300-acre campus which stands as one of Asia's biggest residential institutions that accommodates more than 30,000 students who come from multiple regions of India and from 45 different countries. The university provides a unique educational model which combines traditional Indian knowledge systems with contemporary scientific teaching methods while it has received dual recognition as an Institute of Eminence and an Institute of National Importance due to its major impact on Indian higher education.		}}'''Banaras Hindu University (BHU)''', which existed under the name Benares Hindu University, stands as one of India's oldest and most prestigious central universities in Varanasi,[[India]]. The university started its operations in 1916 when the educationist Madan Mohan Malaviya established it with support from Annie Besant along with other leading figures and royal benefactors. The university operationally presents itself as a prestigious institution which offers academic programs that display outstanding educational standards while maintaining a vibrant cultural environment and developing research activities. The university operates across a 1,300-acre campus which stands as one of Asia's biggest residential institutions that accommodates more than 30,000 students who come from multiple regions of India and from 45 different countries. The university provides a unique educational model which combines traditional Indian knowledge systems with contemporary scientific teaching methods while it has received dual recognition as an Institute of Eminence and an Institute of National Importance due to its major impact on Indian higher education.

	==Mission & Vision==		==Mission & Vision==
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	* [[Delhi University (DU)]]		* [[Delhi University (DU)]]
	* [[Chaudhary Charan Singh University (CCSU)]]		* [[Chaudhary Charan Singh University (CCSU)]]


	== References ==		== References ==

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}}'''Banaras Hindu University (BHU)''', which existed under the name Benares Hindu University, stands as one of India's oldest and most prestigious central universities in Varanasi. The university started its operations in 1916 when the educationist Madan Mohan Malaviya established it with support from Annie Besant along with other leading figures and royal benefactors. The university operationally presents itself as a prestigious institution which offers academic programs that display outstanding educational standards while maintaining a vibrant cultural environment and developing research activities. The university operates across a 1,300-acre campus which stands as one of Asia's biggest residential institutions that accommodates more than 30,000 students who come from multiple regions of India and from 45 different countries. The university provides a unique educational model which combines traditional Indian knowledge systems with contemporary scientific teaching methods while it has received dual recognition as an Institute of Eminence and an Institute of National Importance due to its major impact on Indian higher education.

==Mission & Vision==

The mission of Banaras Hindu University aims to deliver complete educational programs which combine contemporary scientific knowledge with traditional Indian educational methods to create students who possess both academic abilities and ethical principles and social responsibility. The university intends to establish itself as an international hub of academic excellence which produces research and innovative solutions while safeguarding Indian cultural heritage and making valuable contributions to both national progress and worldwide development.

== Core Values ==

* '''Excellence in Education''' – The institution maintains its research and teaching functions at exceptional quality standards.
* '''Ethics and Integrity''' – The organization promotes ethical behavior through complete transparency and moral accountability.
* '''Inclusiveness''' – The organization promotes equal chances for everybody through its efforts to include diverse groups of people.
* '''Cultural Heritage''' – The organization works to protect Indian cultural traditions through its programs.
* '''Innovation''' – The organization provides backing for both imaginative work and scientific progress.
* '''Service to Society''' – The organization works to improve both national and international progress through its activities.

== Key People ==

====Founder====

'''Madan Mohan Malaviya''' – An eminent Indian educationist, nationalist leader, and visionary who established Banaras Hindu University in 1916 with the aim of promoting modern education rooted in Indian culture.

====Co-founder====
'''Annie Besant''' – A British-born theosophist, social reformer, and Indian independence supporter who played a key role in the early development of the university and founded the Central Hindu College.

====Major Supporter====

'''Rameshwar Singh''' – Maharaja of Darbhanga who provided significant financial support and patronage for the establishment of BHU.

'''Prabhu Narayan Singh''' – Maharaja of Benares who donated land for the university’s main campus and strongly supported its foundation.

====Visitor (President of India)====

'''Droupadi Murmu''' – The current President of India, who serves as the Visitor of the university and holds a ceremonial oversight role.

====Vice-Chancellor====

'''Ajit Kumar Chaturvedi''' – The chief executive officer of the university responsible for academic leadership and administrative management.

== Colleges List ==

Several colleges are affiliated with or enjoy the privileges of Banaras Hindu University:

'''A'''
* Arya Mahila Post Graduate College (1956)

'''D'''
* DAV Post Graduate College (1938)

'''M'''
* Mahila Mahavidyalaya (1929) – Located within the BHU campus

'''V'''
* Vasanta College for Women (1913)
* Vasant Kanya Mahavidyalaya (1954)

==Academic Features==

Banaras Hindu University provides a complete educational system which combines multiple academic disciplines to support various academic programs. The university consists of six main institutes which contain 14 faculties and approximately 140 academic departments that teach arts science commerce management law agriculture medical sciences and performing arts. BHU creates a lively educational atmosphere which serves more than 30000 students and maintains strong international student enrollment. The university operates one of Asia's biggest residential systems which includes more than 65 hostels that provide accommodation to thousands of students. The university's main academic strength comes from Indian Institute of Technology BHU which enhances its reputation as an engineering and technology education institution.

==Achievements & Recognition==

Banaras Hindu University has earned numerous accolades and recognitions over the years, establishing itself as a leading institution in India. The Government of India has designated the institution as an Institute of Eminence which also holds the designation of Institute of National Importance. The university operates as one of the biggest residential institutions in Asia which belongs to the esteemed BRICS Universities League. The BHU centenary celebration took place between 2015 and 2016 which commemorated100 years of educational and research excellence. The organization maintains its high reputation through its work in scientific research and humanities studies and medical research and engineering development.

== External Links ==
* [https://www.bhu.ac.in/Site/Home/1_2_16_Main-Site Official Website]

== See also ==
* [[Delhi University (DU)]]
* [[Chaudhary Charan Singh University (CCSU)]]

== References ==
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[[Category:Central universities in India]]
[[Category:Universities in Uttar Pradesh]]
[[Category:1916 establishments in India]]
[[Category:Public universities in India]]
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