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India's Elite Schools: Powerhouses of PMs & CEOs
2 Jul
Summary
- Doon School alumni include former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi and author Amitav Ghosh.
- Mayo College, founded in 1875, initially educated sons of princely states.
- Admission to these prestigious schools is competitive and based on merit, not just wealth.
Several Indian schools have cultivated a legacy of excellence, producing influential alumni in politics, business, and the arts. The Doon School, established in 1935, counts former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi and Booker Prize winner Amitav Ghosh among its distinguished graduates.
Mayo College, founded in 1875 in Ajmer, initially catered to the sons of India's princely states. Today, it stands as a renowned boarding school with alumni spanning royal families and public service.
The Scindia School in Gwalior and Welham Girls' School in Dehradun are other historic institutions noted for shaping future leaders, including filmmakers, actors, and politicians.
Prestigious schools like Cathedral and John Connon in Mumbai and St. Paul's in Darjeeling also have notable alumni in diverse fields. Bishop Cotton School in Shimla and Woodstock School in Mussoorie continue this tradition.
Admission to these elite, often expensive, institutions is highly competitive. Eligibility is determined by entrance examinations and interviews, not solely by wealth or background, with scholarships available for deserving students.
