Multiple choice general knowledge history

Railways were first introduced to India in

  1. 1900

  2. 1853

  3. 1888

  4. 1947
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The first railway line in India was inaugurated on April 16, 1853, running from Bombay (Mumbai) to Thane. This marked the beginning of railway transport in the country during British colonial rule. 1947 is India's independence year, while 1888 and 1900 are much later dates.

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