Previous year MCQs

Current Affairs UPPSC 1996 GS-I
Question

Who has written the book "Heart of India"?

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option B: Mark Tully

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Mark Tully”.
Mark Tully is the author of the book "Heart of India".

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