The 'Scindia Shipyard' was established in 1941 at Visakhapatnam. Who was the industrialist behind it? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The 'Scindia Shipyard' was established in 1941 at Visakhapatnam. Who was the industrialist behind it?
A. J. R. D. Tata
B. G. D. Birla
C. Walchand Hirachand
D. Lala Shri Ram
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Walchand Hirachand founded the Scindia Shipyard.

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