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Partition & Independence
Question No. 237Interactive Test Mode
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Q237. In collaboration with David Hare and Alexander Duff, who of the following established Hindu College at Calcutta?

In collaboration with David Hare and Alexander Duff, who of the following established Hindu College at Calcutta?

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Correct Answer: Option (D) — Raja Rammohan Roy

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The Hindu College at Calcutta was established in 1817 through the joint efforts of Raja Rammohan Roy, David Hare (a Scottish watchmaker and philanthropist), and Sir Edward Hyde East, with later association with Alexander Duff.

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Examination & YearUPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2009 (Q237)
Paper & Marking SchemeGS Paper I • 2 Marks (-0.66 Negative for incorrect response)
Syllabus Subject & TopicModern History → Partition & Independence
Official Answer KeyOption (D) — Raja Rammohan Roy

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What is the official answer for UPSC Prelims 2009 GS Paper I Question 237 (Modern History)?

The official UPSC answer key for this 2009 Modern History (Partition & Independence) question is Option (D): "Raja Rammohan Roy". Correct attempts carry 2 Marks with -0.66 Negative penalty for wrong answers.

Which UPSC Prelims syllabus topic does this 2009 question belong to?

This question belongs to GS Paper I under the subject "Modern History" and micro-topic "Partition & Independence". You can explore all repeated questions from Partition & Independence in Acme AI's 3D Prelims PYQ Realm or practice 50 full-length and sectional tests in the APT Prelims Test Series.

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