Which one of the following Indian cities was labelled as ‘Urbs Prima in Indis’ after the opening of the Suez Canal in 1869 and its links with the world economy ?
[amp_mcq option1=”Bombay” option2=”Madras” option3=”Calcutta” option4=”Surat” correct=”option1″]
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UPSC CISF-AC-EXE – 2022
– Bombay’s strategic location on the west coast made it the principal beneficiary of this trade boost.
– The city experienced rapid economic growth, urbanization, and became a major financial and commercial centre.