Question

Which one of the following cities is not a former capital of the given country (Country given in the brackets)?

• A. Karachi (Pakistan)
• B. Auckland (New Zealand)
• C. Kyoto (Japan)
• D. Brisbane (Australia)

Answer 1

The correct option is D Brisbane (Australia)

Ans. (d)

Explanation

Karachi was the capital of newly independent Pakistan from 1947 until 1959. In 1959, Rawalpindi became the second capital, and in 1967 Islamabad became permanent capital. Auckland was colonial capital of New Zealand in 1840 and in 1865 the capital was transferred to Wellington. Upto 1185, Kyoto was the capital of Japan. In 1185, it was transferred to Tokyo (Kamakura).

Brisbane was the capital of Queensland. It never was the capital of Australia.