West Bengal - Study Mode

[#936] When was the University of Calcutta founded?
Correct Answer

(B) 1857

Explanation

Solution: The University of Calcutta was founded on 24th January, 1857.

[#937] Kolkata Port Trust was commisioned in the year
Correct Answer

(B) 1870

Explanation

Solution: Kolkata Port Trust, establishes by British East India Company in 1870, is the oldest port operating in India.

[#938] Haldia Dock Complex was built in
Correct Answer

(A) 1977

Explanation

Solution: Haldia Dock Complex was built in 1977 at meeting place of Hooghly river and Haldi river.

[#939] First railway line was started in West Bengal between
Correct Answer

(A) Howrah to Hooghly

Explanation

Solution: The first railway line was started in West Bengal between Howrah to Hooghly on 15th August, 1854.

[#940] Darjeeling Himalayan Railway was tarted in the year
Correct Answer

(A) 1881

Explanation

Solution: Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (DHR), also known as Toy Train, was started in 1881.