The University of Calcutta is the oldest multidisciplinary university in Asia. It was established on 24 January 1857. Its jurisdiction used to extend from Lahore to Myanmar, though its authority is limited now to a few districts of West Bengal. The Distance Education of the University of Calcutta has also been awarded a "Five-Star University" status along with an "A+" grade by the Nat... https://www.umeacademy.com/calcutta-university-distance-education