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. The college was originally established as a teacher's training institute in 1904 by the

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. Today, it offers courses in Arts, Commerce, Sciences. and is the only college in

to receive an 'A+' re-accreditation by UGC-NAAC. Students are commonly known as ''Bedians''.

Notable alumni

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, former

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actress *

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