The correct answer is: B. 1952
Himachal Pradesh Agriculture University (HPAU) was established in 1952. It is a public university located in Palampur, Himachal Pradesh, India. The university offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in agriculture, horticulture, forestry, and allied sciences. It is one of the leading agricultural universities in India.
Option A is incorrect because Himachal Pradesh Agriculture University was established in 1952, not 1940.
Option C is incorrect because Himachal Pradesh Agriculture University was established in 1952, not 1970.
Option D is incorrect because Himachal Pradesh Agriculture University was established in 1952, not 1978.