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Statewise GK · Q369

Karnataka GK

Competitive Exams · Statewise GK · question 369

Q369

Who is the founder of Cubbon Park?

A.
Kempe Gowda I
B.
Major General Richard Sankey
Answer
C.
Sri K. Hanumanthaiya
D.
None of these

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
Cubbon Park, officially known as Sri Chamarajendra Park, is a landmark 'lung' area of Bengaluru city, located (12.97°N 77.6°E) within the heart of the city in the Central Administrative Area. Originally created in 1870 under Major General Richard Sankey, then British Chief Engineer of Mysore State, it covered an area of 100 acres (0.40 km2). Subsequent expansion has since taken place and the park's area is now reported to be 300 acres (1.2 km2).