Multiple choice general knowledge

In which year was the railways introduced in India?

  1. 1829

  2. 1853

  3. 1857

  4. 1850
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Explanation

Railways were introduced in India in 1853, with the first train running from Bombay to Thane on April 16th. This marked the beginning of the railway network that would become crucial to India's infrastructure and economy. The other dates (1829, 1857, 1850) are all close but incorrect.

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