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[#221] In which year the Mumbai University was established
Correct Answer

(D) 1857

Explanation

Solution: The Mumbai University was established In 1857. One of India's oldest educational institutions is Mumbai University completed 161 years. The premier university was founded on 18 th July 1857, by British Officer Dr. John Wilson.

[#222] In which year the first cotton mill "Bombay Spinning and Weaving Company" was established in Bombay
Correct Answer

(A) 1854

Explanation

Solution: The first cotton mill "Bombay Spinning and Weaving Company" was established in 1854 Bombay. Bombay Spinning and Weaving Company was the first cotton mill to be established in Bombay, India, on 7 th July 1854 at Tardeo by Cowaszee Nanabhoy Davar and his associates. The company was designed by Sir William Fairbaim.

[#223] The Poona Sarvajanik Sabha was established in the year
Correct Answer

(D) 1870

Explanation

Solution: The Poona Sarvajanik Sabha was established by M. G. Ranade and G. V. Joshi on 2 nd April 1870. The Pune Sarvajanik Sabha provided many of the prominent leaders of national stature to the Indian freedom struggle including Bal Gangadhar Tilak. It was also formed by formed S. H. Chiplunkar, Mahadev Govind Ranade.

[#224] The Satyashodhak Samaj was founded by Jyotirao Phule in the year
Correct Answer

(C) 1873

Explanation

Solution: The Satyashodhak Samaj was founded by Jyotirao Phule in 1873. Jyotirao Govindrao Phule, also known as Mahatma Jyotiba Phule was an Indian social activist, thinker, anti-caste social reformer and writer from Maharashtra.

[#225] The Mahalaxmi Racecourse was opened in
Correct Answer

(C) 1883

Explanation

Solution: The Mahalaxmi Racecourse was opened in 1883. This racecourse was built and opened in the year 1883 and hosts horse racing in the city every year between the months of November and April.