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Statewise GK · Q1182

Jammu And Kashmir And Ladakh GK

Competitive Exams · Statewise GK · question 1182

Q1182

First school in Leh was established in the 19th century by

A.
Buddhist Organisation
B.
Dogra King 'Hari Singh'
C.
Moravian Mission
Answer
D.
None of the above

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
In late 19th century, the Moravian Mission opened a school in Leh and the British government made it mandatory for every Ladakhi family to send atleast one Ladakhi child to school. But, the Ladakhis resisted this order fearing that it was a tactic to convert them to Christianity.