Services Of Fort William College And Delhi College In The Field Of Translation

Abstract

Fort William College was the training centre for English Officers that was established to teach them native language. This institution also had tremendous services in promoting Urdu language. In this thesis the books of the authors of Fort William College will be analysed critically. The books on linguistics, narrative literature, narration, religion and on morality are specifically included. The focus in these books is particularly on the use of simple diction. These books are also very useful manuscripts for the storage of different words.In colonial India the colonial powers did several reforms for winning the sympathy of the Indians. The only aim behind these reforms was strengthening their political monopoly and sovereignty. The main and important one among these reforms was establishment of educational institutions. From the platform of these institutions. They did a lot in the field of translations of various books to ensure the Indians that how sincere they are to them. In this scenario Delhi College was the prominent institute, which is redefined by colonial powers for achieving their goals. Several books were translated in this institute. These books were having literary, philosophical, historical, medical and of several other themes. It is a fact that these translations gave a lot to the Indians and they stepped forward towards education. This article shed light on the goals and objectives in view of the books translated in Fort William College and Delhi College.