Question

In which year capital of India was shifted from Kolkata to Delhi?

• A. $1947$
• B. $1922$
• C. $1908$
• D. $1911$

Answer 1

The correct option is D $1911$

• Before New Delhi became the capital of India, Kolkata had the privilege of being the country’s capital till 1911.
• One of the main reasons that were cited for the capital shift was the location of Delhi. Calcutta was situated in the eastern coastal part of the country, while Delhi was located in the northern part.
• The British government of India felt that ruling India from Delhi was easier and more convenient. Finally, the proposal was heartily accepted by the British Raj.