Question

    The Calcutta High Court is the oldest High Court in India. The High Court building's design is based on the Cloth Hall, located in _________.

    A Ypres, Belgium Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B London, England Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Kolkata, India Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Amsterdam, Netherlands Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The Calcutta High Court is the oldest High Court in India, having jurisdiction over West Bengal and the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Its design is inspired by the Cloth Hall in Ypres, Belgium. Established by Queen Victoria on June 26, 1862, it is one of the three High Courts founded in the Presidency Towns.

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