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Which among the following hill stations was founded during the Gurkha War of 1814-16?

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Shimla
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Darjeeling
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Dehradun
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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.

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