In which year did the English merchant, Job Charnock arrange to lease three villages (Kolikata, Gobindapur, and Sutanuti) by the river Hugli in order to set up a trading post?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
The correct answer is Option (3) → 1690
NCERT (2025-26): “1.2 Urbanisation and Industrialisation … In 1690, an English merchant named Job Charnock arranged to lease three villages (named Kolikata, Gobindapur, and Sutanuti) by the river Hugli in order to set up a trading post. In 1698, Fort William was established by the river for defensive purposes, and a large open area was cleared around the fort for military engagements.…” |