Bihar Vidyapeeth
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Bihar Vidyapeeth is an Indian educational institution founded by Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi on 6 February 1921 but it was seized by the British in 1942.[1][2][3] It was started in Patna by Shri Rajendra Prasad and the land was donated by Maulana Mazharul Haque.[4] Its first Institution was opened at Patna-Gaya road presently known as Buddha Marg. It was inaugurated by Mohammad Ali Jauhar and Kasturba Gandhi along with Mahatma Gandhi.[5][6][7] In 2022, it is proposed to make Bihar Vidyapeeth a Central University.[8][9][10]
TypePublic
Established6 February 1921
FounderMaulana Mazharul Haque
AffiliationBihar State Education Board
| Type | Public |
|---|---|
| Established | 6 February 1921 |
| Founder | Maulana Mazharul Haque |
| Affiliation | Bihar State Education Board |
Academic affiliation | National Institute of Open Schooling |
| President | Vijay Prakash |
| Address | , India |
| Campus | Urban, 32 acres (13 ha) |
| Website | drpspm |