Vasantrao Naik Government Institute of Arts and Social Sciences, established in 1885 as Morris college, is one of the oldest general degree colleges in Nagpur, Maharashtra, India. It takes its name from the former Chief Minister of Maharashtra, the late Vasantrao Naik, who was an alumnus of the college. It is affiliated to Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University  As we look back upon the eventful past of the Morris College, the small beginnings and the heroic work done by its gallant founders, it gives a great sense of pride and awe over viewing its history of events, remarkable student strength and a confident future. Much water has flowed under the bridge since 1885….Under the leadership of Sir Bipin Krishna Bose, Mukund Balkrishna Buti, Madhao Rao Gangadhar Chitanavis and others, the Committee of the Neill City High School proposed that a College for the Central Province was very desirable and Nagpur was an appropriate place for establishing a College. Thus, an application was made to the Government for grant-in aid. At a public meeting held on the 4th December 1882, subscriptions amounting to Rs. 1900/- were promised for starting a college in Nagpur.