The first railway line in India was opened in 1853 between which two places? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The first railway line in India was opened in 1853 between which two places?
A. Bombay and Thane
B. Delhi and Agra
C. Madras and Bangalore
D. Calcutta and Delhi
Answer: Option A
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The first passenger train in India ran from Bombay to Thane on 16 April 1853, covering a distance of 34 km. This marked the beginning of the Indian railway system.
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