Who authored 'The Discovery of India'? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Who authored 'The Discovery of India'?

A. B.R. Ambedkar

B. Jawaharlal Nehru

C. Mahatma Gandhi

D. Subhas Chandra Bose

Answer: Option B

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Jawaharlal Nehru wrote 'The Discovery of India' during his imprisonment at Ahmednagar Fort (1942-1946).

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