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Where in India a Madrasa was set up in 1781 to promote the study of Arabic, Persian and Islamic Law ? (Moderate)

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Calcutta
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Bombay
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Benares
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Madras
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Solution

The correct option is A Calcutta
Explanation : A madrasa was set up in Calcutta in 1781 to promote the study of Arabic, Persian and Islamic law; and the Hindu College was established in Benaras in 1791 to encourage the study of ancient Sanskrit texts that would be useful for the administration of the country.

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