Multiple choice general knowledge Which indian city was once described by Jawaharlal Nehru as 'The Oxford of the east' ? Delhi Pune Varanasi Patna Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself B Correct answer Explanation Pune was described by Jawaharlal Nehru as 'The Oxford of the east' due to its prestigious educational institutions and rich academic tradition. The city has been a center of learning since the Maratha empire.