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Which state of India is called 'The Lancashire of India'?

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Ahmadabad
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Mumbai
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Gujarat
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Delhi
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Solution

The correct option is B Mumbai

The spinning and weaving of cotton into fabric first began in Britain, Lancashire. It was the hub of cotton and textile mills. Lancashire was responsible for half of the world’s cotton production. Similarly, Mumbai is referred to as the Lancashire of India as it has been the most important cotton manufacturing of India. The first cotton mill was started in 1851 at Mumbai. Lancashire is just a reference title give to show the significance of the city in the textile Industry.

Above information clears that the Mumbai state of India is called The Lancashire of India. So correct option is B. Other options are not suitable.


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