Question

    Where was the first jute mill in India

    established?
    A Rishra, West Bengal Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Ongole, Andhra Pradesh Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Raigarh, Chhattisgarh Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Cuttack, Odisha Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The first jute mill in India was established in Rishra, West Bengal, in 1855 by George Acland and Babu Bysumber Sen. This marked the beginning of the jute industry in India, which became a major export commodity.

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