Previous year MCQs

Current Affairs UPPSC 2010 GS-I
Question

Who has written the book "The Rediscovery of India" published around November 2009?

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option B: Meghnad Desai

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Meghnad Desai”.
The Rediscovery of India by Meghnad Desai | Goodreads.

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