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University College, Thiruvananthapuram
University College, Thiruvananthapuram (UCT) is a public college situated in Palayam, Thiruvananthapuram, India. Established in 1866, it is one of the oldest colleges in Kerala and has been accorded 'College with Potential for Excellence' (CPE) status by the University Grants Commission. It is recognized as a heritage institution by the Government of Kerala. The college offers faculties in languages (English, Malayalam, Hindi, Arabic, Sanskrit, Tamil, French), humanities (Economics, History, Political Science, Islamic History, Philosophy), sciences (Chemistry, Biochemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Geology, Geography, Botany, Zoology, Statistics, Psychology), and Physical Education. In 2024, it was ranked 22nd among colleges in India by the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF). Notable alumni include former President of India K. R. Narayanan, two former chief ministers of Kerala, cabinet secretaries, ambassadors, civil servants, IT professionals, teachers, poets, writers, artists, and politicians. Notable past principals include John Ross, Robert Harvey, and Alexander Crichton Mitchell, among others. The college has also faced controversies, including a 2019 suicide attempt linked to alleged harassment and a stabbing incident tied to student political group disputes, which raised concerns about examination credibility.
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