Who wrote the book 'The Discovery of India'? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Who wrote the book 'The Discovery of India'?

A. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel

B. Maulana Azad

C. Mahatma Gandhi

D. Jawaharlal Nehru

Answer: Option D

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Jawaharlal Nehru wrote 'The Discovery of India' while he was imprisoned in Ahmednagar Fort during 1942-1946. It is a profound overview of Indian history and culture.

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