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Where was the first modern paper mill of India established in the year 1870?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Ballygunge
  2. Serampore
  3. Titagarh
  4. Naihati

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Ballygunge

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: A) Ballygunge šŸ“š Explanation: The foundation of the modern paper industry in India was laid in West Bengal along the banks of the Hooghly River. The very first mechanized paper mill, named the Royal Paper Mill, was established at Ballygunge in the year 1870. The ready availability of clean water, cheap river transport, and proximity to the vast Kolkata market heavily favored its location.