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Statewise GK · Q158

Maharashtra GK

Competitive Exams · Statewise GK · question 158

Q158

Who established the first cotton mill in Bombay

A.
Dadabhai Naoroji
B.
Jamshedji Tata
C.
Cowasjee Nanabhoy
Answer
D.
Mafatlal

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
Cowasjee Nanabhoy was established the first cotton mill in Bombay. Bombay Spinning and Weaving Company was the first cotton mill to be established in Bombay, India, on 7th July 1854 at Tardeo by Cowaszee Nanabhoy Davar and his associates. The company was designed by Sir William Fairbaim.