In which year was Kolar Gold Fields established?

1879

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1885

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1901

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1915

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Solution

The correct option is B 1885
Kolar Gold Fields was established in 1885 when John Taylor and Sons set up mining operation there for gold. The company operated there till 1956. Today, mining operations at KGF have been halted due to limited reserves.

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