Which of the following is the reason why Surat lost its status as a prominent trade centre during British rule?

Natural calamity

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Continuous battles

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Development of Bombay

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Spread of epidemic

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Solution

The correct option is C Development of Bombay
Surat, a city on the western coast of India, was the centre for trader from ancient times. The city lost its prominence when British developed Bombay as a port town and a trade centre.

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