The 'Central Hindu College' in Banaras was founded by whom? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The 'Central Hindu College' in Banaras was founded by whom?
A. Mahatma Gandhi
B. Swami Shraddhanand
C. Madan Mohan Malaviya
D. Annie Besant
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Annie Besant founded the Central Hindu College in Banaras in 1898. Later, it became the foundation for Banaras Hindu University, established by Madan Mohan Malaviya.

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The 'Imperial Bank of India' was nationalised and renamed as?
A. State Bank of India
B. Bank of India
C. Reserve Bank of India
D. Central Bank of India

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
The Imperial Bank was nationalised in 1955 and renamed the State Bank of India.

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The Simon Commission arrived in India in:
A. 1930
B. 1927
C. 1928
D. 1929

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
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The historic 'Lex Loci Act' of 1850 enacted by the British provided for which of the following rights?
A. The right of a Christian convert to inherit ancestral property
B. The abolition of custom duties on coastal shipping transport
C. The right of the local vernacular press to review judicial decisions
D. The mandatory licensing of firearms for local zamindars

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
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