Kashmir valley was purchased by Gulab Singh for
Kashmir valley was purchased by Gulab Singh for
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Board of Revenue (BoR) — Past Paper MCQs
BoR Junior Clerk (BS-11) — Past Paper MCQs
PPSC Past Paper MCQs (2005–2025)
A: 5.5 million
B: 7.5 million
C: 9.5 million
D: None of these
Gulab Singh bought Kashmir for 7.5 million rupees in 1846; this question tests historical knowledge. Under the Treaty of Amritsar; other amounts are incorrect; B is correct. Understanding treaties enhances historical awareness; this is vital for exams or Kashmir discussions; the sale shaped regional history; knowing details aids in historical analysis; accurate knowledge ensures clarity in conversations about colonial history or Kashmir’s status; staying informed strengthens national knowledge; B aligns with the treaty.