Target Exam

CUET

Subject

History

Chapter

Modern India: Colonial cities

Question:

When was the railways introduced in India?

Options:

1852

1853

1854

1855

Correct Answer:

1853

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (2) → 1853

Railways was introduced in India in 1853.

Important events in Indian politics:

1784- Asiatic Society founded by Sir William Jones.
1793- Cornwallis Code enacted.
1853- Railways from Bombay to Thane.
1857- Universities in Bombay, Calcutta and Madras.
1911- Transfer of capital from Calcutta to Delhi.