Multiple choice general knowledge

Until 1896, India was the only source of _________________in the world

  1. Platinum

  2. Pepper

  3. diamonds

  4. gold

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Until diamond discoveries in Brazil (18th century) and South Africa (late 19th century), India was indeed the world's only known source of diamonds for centuries. The question's 1896 reference point aligns with this historical fact. Options A, B, and D (platinum, pepper, gold) were never monopolized by India to this extent.