Which among the following hill stations was founded during the Gurkha War of 1814-16?
A
Shimla
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B
Darjeeling
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C
Dehradun
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D
Kodaikanal
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Solution
The correct option is A Shimla Hill stations became strategic locations for guarding frontiers, launching campaigns, and billeting troops. Shimla was founded during the Gurkha War of 1814-16.