2012 · Q105
The Viceregal Lodge at Shimla is a well-known ancient monument. Which of the following statements about the monument are correct?
- 1The Lodge was built by 17th Viceroy, Earl Dufferin.
- 2The present shape of the building was given by Earl of Marquis of Lansdowne.
- 3It is famous for holding three meetings before Independence of India including the Cabinet Mission.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
General KnowledgeHistory of India
- A1, 2 and 3
- B2 and 3 only
- C1 and 3 only
- D1 and 2 only
Explanation
Built under Dufferin and given present shape under Lansdowne; it hosted the 1945 Simla Conference, not the Cabinet Mission. So 1 and 2.