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Q. Which dynasty of China began the construction of the Great Wall

A
Qin Dynasty
B
Ming Dynasty
C
Shun Dynasty
D
None of the above

Correct Answer

Qin Dynasty

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    Answer: He was the founder President of the Indian National Congress
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    C)Bombay
    D)New York City
    Answer: New York City
  • Q. Who had set up the Anti-Untouchability League for the eradication of the evil of untouchability?
    A)Dr. B. R. Ambedkar
    B)Jagjivan Ram
    C)Acharya Kripalani
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  • Q. Which of the following was the most important feature of the Montague-Chelmsford reforms?
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