Modern History PYQ 291 of 636 · Delhi Durbar and Change of Capital

When was the capital of India changed from Calcutta to Delhi?

  1. AIn 1912 AD
  2. BIn 1916 AD
  3. CIn 1920 AD
  4. DIn 1908 AD

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Correct answer: (a) In 1912 AD

Explanation

In 1912, the capital of India was shifted from Calcutta to Delhi. It is noteworthy that the announcement regarding the change of capital was made in 1911.

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