BMC 2
BMC 2
Bambai
Answer: D. Bambai
2. Who officially ceded Mumbai to the British as part of the dowry of Catherine
of Braganza? A. Dutch B. Portuguese C. French D. Spanish
Answer: B. Portuguese
3. Which year did Mumbai change its name from Bombay? A. 1990 B. 2000 C.
2005 D. 1995
Answer: C. 2005
4. The first train in India ran between Mumbai and which nearby town? A. Pune
B. Thane C. Nashik D. Nagpur
Answer: B. Thane
Answer: A. Neo-Gothic
1. Which event in 1661 led to the transfer of Bombay (Mumbai) to the British
Crown? A. Anglo-Maratha War B. Anglo-Mysore War C. Marriage treaty D. Battle of
Plassey
2. Who was the architect responsible for the design of the Gateway of India? A.
George Wittet B. Charles Correa C. Le Corbusier D. Frank Lloyd Wright
3. The Great Indian Peninsular Railway, which started in Mumbai, was founded
by: A. Jamsetji Tata B. JRD Tata C. Dorabji Tata D. Ratan Tata
5. Which fort, built by the Portuguese, was the nucleus around which Mumbai
grew? A. Worli Fort B. Bandra Fort C. Mahim Fort D. Fort George
3. The Bombay Docks explosion in 1944 occurred during which global conflict?
A. World War I B. Cold War C. World War II D. Korean War
4. Which area in Mumbai was built on land reclaimed from the sea? A. Colaba B.
Nariman Point C. Worli D. Malabar Hill
Answer: A. 1855
2. Who was the first Governor of Bombay after it was ceded to the British
Crown? A. Charles Malet B. Gerald Aungier C. William Hornby D. Henry Bartle Frere
4. The construction of the famous Taj Mahal Palace Hotel was completed in
which year? A. 1903 B. 1911 C. 1921 D. 1930
Answer: A. 1903
Answer: A. Andheri
5. Which event in 1946 led to communal riots and is remembered for its impact
on the city's social fabric? A. Partition of India B. Quit India Movement C. Royal
Indian Navy Mutiny D. Indian Independence Movement
2. The Victoria and Albert Museum, now known as the Dr. Bhau Daji Lad
Museum, was built to commemorate: A. Queen Victoria B. King Albert C. Dr. Bhau
Daji Lad D. Prince of Wales
3. The first session of the Indian National Congress was held in Mumbai in
which year? A. 1885 B. 1901 C. 1920 D. 1947
Answer: A. 1885
4. The 'Battle of Bombay' in 1689 was fought between the British East India
Company and which group? A. Dutch East India Company B. Marathas C.
Portuguese D. French East India Company
Answer: B. Marathas
5. Which area in Mumbai was the epicenter of the devastating floods that
occurred in 2005? A. Andheri B. Colaba C. Bandra D. Malad
Answer: A. Andheri
1. Which British governor initiated the construction of the Bombay Fort in the
mid-18th century? A. Gerald Aungier B. Mountstuart Elphinstone C. Francis Day D.
William Hornby
2. The Elephanta Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, are dedicated to which
Hindu deity? A. Lord Vishnu B. Lord Shiva C. Goddess Parvati D. Lord Ganesha
3. Which famous figure designed the Bhau Daji Lad Museum, formerly known
as the Victoria and Albert Museum? A. George Wittet B. Claude Batley C. William
Emerson D. James Trubshawe
Answer: C. William Emerson
4. The construction of the Worli Sea Link, an iconic bridge in Mumbai, was
completed in which year? A. 2005 B. 2009 C. 2010 D. 2014
Answer: B. 2009
Answer: A. 1935
2. The architectural design of the Mumbai University's Rajabai Clock Tower was
inspired by: A. Big Ben in London B. Eiffel Tower in Paris C. Leaning Tower of Pisa D.
Taj Mahal in Agra
3. Which Maratha ruler is credited with the construction of the Worli Fort in
Mumbai? A. Shivaji Maharaj B. Baji Rao I C. Balaji Vishwanath D. Chimaji Appa
Answer: A. Lakshmi
1. The Mumbai Port Trust was established in which year to regulate the city's
port activities? A. 1873 B. 1894 C. 1914 D. 1923
Answer: A. 1873
2. The construction of the Haji Ali Dargah, a prominent Islamic shrine, took
place during the reign of which Sultan? A. Alauddin Khilji B. Mohammad Bin
Tughlaq C. Qutb-ud-din Aibak D. Mahmud Begada
Answer: B. Mohammad Bin Tughlaq
3. Which iconic market in Mumbai was established in 1869 and is known for its
diverse array of goods and produce? A. Chor Bazaar B. Crawford Market C. Zaveri
Bazaar D. Dadar Market
Answer: C. 1961
5. The Apollo Bunder area in Mumbai was renamed after which historical
figure? A. Mahatma Gandhi B. Jawaharlal Nehru C. Subhas Chandra Bose D. Sardar
Vallabhbhai Patel
1. Which significant event took place in Mumbai in 1911, marking the visit of
King George V? A. Inauguration of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus B. Laying
the foundation stone of the Gateway of India C. Establishment of the Bombay High
Court D. Introduction of tram services
2. The concept of the 'Seven Islands of Bombay' eventually led to the formation
of Mumbai. Which British governor initiated this idea? A. Gerald Aungier B. Sir
Bartle Frere C. Sir George Oxenden D. Sir John Child
3. The tradition of the Mumbai Marathon started in which year? A. 2000 B. 2003
C. 2005 D. 2008
Answer: B. 2003
Answer: B. 1944
5. The Siddhivinayak Temple in Mumbai is dedicated to which deity? A. Lord
Shiva B. Lord Ganesha C. Lord Vishnu D. Lord Hanuman
1. Which ancient port city had a significant influence on the early history of
Mumbai? A. Kalyan B. Sopara C. Vasai D. Alibag
Answer: B. Sopara
2. The iconic 'Mumbai Festival' celebrated annually was first held in which year?
A. 1995 B. 1999 C. 2001 D. 2004
Answer: C. 2001
3. The historic Asiatic Society Library in Mumbai was founded by: A. Sir George
Oxenden B. Sir Bartle Frere C. Sir James Mackintosh D. Sir James Farish
4. The 'Black Friday' riots in Mumbai were a response to: A. Religious conflicts B.
Economic policies C. Communal tensions D. Political corruption
Answer: A. 1920s
1. The iconic Bandra-Worli Sea Link in Mumbai was opened for public use in
which year? A. 2007 B. 2009 C. 2010 D. 2012
Answer: B. 2009
Answer: A. 1940s
2. The 'Flora Fountain' in Mumbai was built in honor of: A. A British Governor B.
A Hindu deity C. A Portuguese explorer D. A Maratha warrior
Answer: A. Churchgate
4. The 'Cuffe Parade' area in Mumbai was named after: A. A British trader B. A
freedom fighter C. An industrialist D. An East India Company official
5. The 'Rajabai Clock Tower' was constructed using which type of stone? A.
Basalt B. Limestone C. Granite D. Sandstone
Answer: B. Limestone
Answer: A. 1883
2. The Mumbai Massacre, also known as the 'Jallianwala Bagh of Bombay,' took
place in which year? A. 1919 B. 1928 C. 1930 D. 1942
Answer: B. 1928
Answer: A. 1854
Answer: B. 1888
Answer: B. 1914
2. The 'Worli Sea Face' area in Mumbai was initially built to prevent: A. Coastal
erosion B. Flooding C. Soil erosion D. Tsunamis
**4. The historical Sassoon Docks in Mumbai were built by: A. David Sassoon B.
Albert Sassoon C. Elias Sassoon D. Jacob Sassoon
Answer: B. 1822
1. The historical structure known as the 'David Sassoon Library' in Mumbai was
founded in the year: A. 1862 B. 1870 C. 1878 D. 1887
Answer: A. 1862
2. The 'Mumbai GPO' (General Post Office) building was designed by the
architect: A. George Wittet B. Frederick William Stevens C. Claude Batley D. John
Adams
Answer: B. 1870s
4. The founding year of the iconic 'Crawford Market' in Mumbai is: A. 1865 B.
1869 C. 1871 D. 1875
Answer: B. 1869
5. The 'Colaba Causeway' was initially built to connect the Colaba area to: A.
Nariman Point B. Marine Drive C. Churchgate D. Fort area
Answer: C. Churchgate
1. The famous 'Jehangir Art Gallery' in Mumbai was established in the year: A.
1952 B. 1954 C. 1956 D. 1958
Answer: B. 1954
Answer: C. 1869
5. The historic 'Regal Cinema' in Mumbai opened its doors to the public in
which decade? A. 1930s B. 1940s C. 1950s D. 1960s
Answer: A. 1930s
Answer: C. 2006
2. The 'Mani Bhavan' in Mumbai served as the residence for which iconic
historical figure? A. Mahatma Gandhi B. Jawaharlal Nehru C. Sardar Patel D. Subhas
Chandra Bose
3. The 'Bhau Daji Lad Museum' in Mumbai was formerly known as the: A. Prince
of Wales Museum B. Victoria and Albert Museum C. Bombay Natural History Society
D. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya
Answer: B. 1980s
Answer: D. Zoroastrian
1. The 'Dr. Bhau Daji Lad Museum' in Mumbai was originally known as: A.
Victoria and Albert Museum B. Prince of Wales Museum C. Bombay Natural History
Society D. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya
Answer: A. 1803
3. The iconic 'Gateway of India' in Mumbai was built to commemorate the visit
of which British monarch? A. Queen Victoria B. King George V C. Queen Elizabeth II
D. King Edward VII
4. The historical 'Charni Road Railway Station' in Mumbai was originally known
as: A. Queen's Road B. Girgaum Road C. Grant Road D. Bombay Central
5. The 'David Sassoon Library and Reading Room' in Mumbai was built to
honor the philanthropic efforts of which individual? A. David Sassoon B. Jamsetji
Tata C. J.R.D. Tata D. Homi Bhabha
2. The 'Mumbai Art District' is often associated with the area of: A. Kala Ghoda B.
Bandra C. Andheri D. Worli
3. The 'Mumbai Metro' began its operation in which year? A. 2010 B. 2012 C.
2014 D. 2016
Answer: B. 2012
4. The 'Hanging Gardens' in Mumbai are located in the area of: A. Colaba B.
Malabar Hill C. Dadar D. Juhu
5. The historic 'Mumbai Oval Maidan' was originally used for: A. Horse racing B.
Cricket matches C. Cultural festivals D. Political rallies
Answer: B. Cricket matches
Answer: D. Jewish
2. The 'Mumbai Press Club' has been a hub for which professional community
in the city? A. Lawyers B. Journalists C. Doctors D. Artists
Answer: B. Journalists
**3. The iconic 'Haji Ali Dargah' in Mumbai is located on a: A. Peninsula B. Island C.
Hilltop D. Plateau
Answer: B. Island
1. The historical 'Rhythm House' in Mumbai was famously known for its
collection of: A. Musical instruments B. Vinyl records and CDs C. Books on music
history D. Antique radios
2. The 'Girangaon' area in Mumbai was known for its concentration of: A.
Cotton mills B. Art galleries C. Diamond markets D. Fishermen's villages
**3. The 'David Sassoon Library and Reading Room' in Mumbai was named after a
prominent: A. Philanthropist B. Politician C. Author D. Architect
Answer: A. Philanthropist
4. The historic 'RBI Monetary Museum' in Mumbai showcases the evolution of:
A. Indian currency B. Indian textiles C. Indian agriculture D. Indian music
5. The 'Worli Sea Face' in Mumbai offers a stunning view of the: A. Haji Ali
Dargah B. Bandra-Worli Sea Link C. Gateway of India D. Juhu Beach
1. The historical 'Flora Fountain' in Mumbai was erected in honor of: A. Queen
Victoria B. King Edward VII C. King George V D. King George VI
2. The 'Jehangir Art Gallery' in Mumbai is particularly famous for its collection
of: A. Sculptures B. Modern art C. Contemporary literature D. Rare artifacts
3. The 'RBI Monetary Museum' in Mumbai highlights the history and evolution
of: A. Banking in India B. Science and technology C. Indian textiles D. Mumbai's
transportation
**4. The 'Nehru Science Centre' in Mumbai primarily focuses on the advancement of:
A. Technology B. Astronomy C. Literature D. History
Answer: A. Technology
**5. The 'Mumbai Maritime Museum' displays the maritime history of: A. Maharashtra
B. India C. Mumbai D. The Indian Ocean region
2. The historic 'Regal Cinema' in Mumbai dates back to which decade? A. 1930s
B. 1940s C. 1950s D. 1960s
Answer: A. 1930s
Answer: D. Jewish
1. The historic 'Royal Opera House' in Mumbai is known for its association with:
A. Indian classical music concerts B. Bollywood film premieres C. English theatre
performances D. Contemporary art exhibitions
2. The 'Worli Sea Face' in Mumbai offers a picturesque view of the: A. Bandra-
Worli Sea Link B. Haji Ali Dargah C. Gateway of India D. Marine Drive
Answer: B. Island
Answer: B. Indo-Saracenic
Answer: C. A philanthropist
4. The 'Girangaon' area in Mumbai was known for its concentration of: A.
Cotton mills B. Diamond markets C. Art galleries D. Leather markets
5. The 'Hanging Gardens' in Mumbai are located in the area of: A. Colaba B.
Malabar Hill C. Dadar D. Juhu
1. The 'Mahim Fort' in Mumbai was built by which ruling dynasty? A. British B.
Portuguese C. Marathas D. Mughals
Answer: C. Marathas
5. The 'Mani Bhavan' in Mumbai was a significant place linked to the life of: A.
Jawaharlal Nehru B. Sardar Patel C. Mahatma Gandhi D. Subhas Chandra Bose
1. The 'RBI Monetary Museum' in Mumbai showcases the evolution of: A. Indian
currency B. Indian textiles C. Indian agriculture D. Indian music
Answer: A. Technology
5. The 'Worli Sea Face' in Mumbai offers a stunning view of the: A. Bandra-Worli
Sea Link B. Haji Ali Dargah C. Gateway of India D. Marine Drive
1. The iconic 'Jehangir Art Gallery' in Mumbai is particularly renowned for its
collection of: A. Sculptures B. Modern art C. Contemporary literature D. Rare
artifacts
2. The 'David Sassoon Library and Reading Room' in Mumbai was named after
a prominent: A. Philanthropist B. Politician C. Author D. Architect
Answer: A. Philanthropist
3. The 'Rhythm House' in Mumbai was famously known for its collection of: A.
Musical instruments B. Vinyl records and CDs C. Books on music history D. Antique
radios
4. The 'Mumbai Maritime Museum' displays the maritime history of: A. India B.
Maharashtra C. Arabian Sea region D. Indian Ocean region
Answer: B. Indo-Saracenic
1. The historic 'RBI Monetary Museum' in Mumbai showcases the evolution of:
A. Indian currency B. Indian textiles C. Indian agriculture D. Indian music
2. The historic 'Mani Bhavan' in Mumbai served as the residence of which iconic
historical figure? A. Mahatma Gandhi B. Jawaharlal Nehru C. Vallabhbhai Patel D.
Subhas Chandra Bose
Answer: A. Technology
5. The 'Worli Sea Face' in Mumbai offers a stunning view of the: A. Bandra-Worli
Sea Link B. Haji Ali Dargah C. Gateway of India D. Marine Drive
Answer: D. Jewish
2. The 'Mani Bhavan' in Mumbai was a significant place linked to the life of: A.
Jawaharlal Nehru B. Sardar Patel C. Mahatma Gandhi D. Subhas Chandra Bose
Answer: A. Technology
5. The 'Worli Sea Face' in Mumbai offers a stunning view of the: A. Bandra-Worli
Sea Link B. Haji Ali Dargah C. Gateway of India D. Marine Drive
4. The iconic 'Jehangir Art Gallery' in Mumbai is particularly renowned for its
collection of: A. Sculptures B. Modern art C. Contemporary literature D. Rare
artifacts
5. The historic 'Mani Bhavan' in Mumbai was a significant place linked to the
life of: A. Jawaharlal Nehru B. Sardar Patel C. Mahatma Gandhi D. Subhas Chandra
Bose
1. The historic 'Regal Cinema' in Mumbai opened its doors to the public in
which decade? A. 1930s B. 1940s C. 1950s D. 1960s
Answer: A. 1930s
2. The 'Mahim Fort' in Mumbai was built by which ruling dynasty? A. British B.
Portuguese C. Marathas D. Mughals
Answer: C. Marathas
4. The 'Mumbai Press Club' has been a hub for which professional community
in the city? A. Lawyers B. Journalists C. Doctors D. Artists
Answer: B. Journalists
Answer: B. Island
1. The iconic 'Jehangir Art Gallery' in Mumbai is particularly famous for its
collection of: A. Sculptures B. Modern art C. Contemporary literature D. Rare
artifacts
2. The 'David Sassoon Library and Reading Room' in Mumbai was named after
a prominent: A. Philanthropist B. Politician C. Author D. Architect
Answer: A. Philanthropist
3. The 'Rhythm House' in Mumbai was famously known for its collection of: A.
Musical instruments B. Vinyl records and CDs C. Books on music history D. Antique
radios
2. The 'Mani Bhavan' in Mumbai was a significant place linked to the life of: A.
Jawaharlal Nehru B. Sardar Patel C. Mahatma Gandhi D. Subhas Chandra Bose
Answer: A. Technology
5. The 'Worli Sea Face' in Mumbai offers a stunning view of the: A. Bandra-Worli
Sea Link B. Haji Ali Dargah C. Gateway of India D. Marine Drive
1. The historic 'Mumbai Port Trust' was established in which century to regulate
maritime activities? A. 16th century B. 18th century C. 19th century D. 20th century
2. The 'Mahim Fort' in Mumbai was built by which ruling dynasty? A. British B.
Portuguese C. Marathas D. Mughals
Answer: C. Marathas
5. The historic 'Mani Bhavan' in Mumbai was a significant place linked to the
life of: A. Jawaharlal Nehru B. Sardar Patel C. Mahatma Gandhi D. Subhas Chandra
Bose
Answer: A. Technology
Answer: C. A philanthropist
5. The 'Worli Sea Face' in Mumbai offers a stunning view of the: A. Bandra-Worli
Sea Link B. Haji Ali Dargah C. Gateway of India D. Marine Drive
1. The iconic 'Jehangir Art Gallery' in Mumbai is particularly famous for its
collection of: A. Sculptures B. Modern art C. Contemporary literature D. Rare
artifacts
Answer: A. Philanthropist
3. The 'Rhythm House' in Mumbai was famously known for its collection of: A.
Musical instruments B. Vinyl records and CDs C. Books on music history D. Antique
radios
Answer: B. Indo-Saracenic
1. The 'RBI Monetary Museum' in Mumbai primarily showcases the history of:
A. Indian currency B. Indian textiles C. Indian agriculture D. Indian music
2. The historic 'Mani Bhavan' in Mumbai was a significant place linked to the
life of: A. Jawaharlal Nehru B. Sardar Patel C. Mahatma Gandhi D. Subhas Chandra
Bose
Answer: A. Technology
1. The iconic 'Jehangir Art Gallery' in Mumbai is particularly famous for its
collection of: A. Sculptures B. Modern art C. Contemporary literature D. Rare
artifacts
2. The 'David Sassoon Library and Reading Room' in Mumbai was named after
a prominent: A. Philanthropist B. Politician C. Author D. Architect
Answer: A. Philanthropist
3. The 'Rhythm House' in Mumbai was famously known for its collection of: A.
Musical instruments B. Vinyl records and CDs C. Books on music history D. Antique
radios
Answer: B. Indo-Saracenic
4. The iconic 'Jehangir Art Gallery' in Mumbai is particularly renowned for its
collection of: A. Sculptures B. Modern art C. Contemporary literature D. Rare
artifacts
5. The historic 'Mani Bhavan' in Mumbai was a significant place linked to the
life of: A. Jawaharlal Nehru B. Sardar Patel C. Mahatma Gandhi D. Subhas Chandra
Bose
Answer: A. Technology
Answer: C. A philanthropist
5. The 'Worli Sea Face' in Mumbai offers a stunning view of the: A. Bandra-Worli
Sea Link B. Haji Ali Dargah C. Gateway of India D. Marine Drive
1. The iconic 'Jehangir Art Gallery' in Mumbai is particularly famous for its
collection of: A. Sculptures B. Modern art C. Contemporary literature D. Rare
artifacts
Answer: B. Modern art
2. The 'David Sassoon Library and Reading Room' in Mumbai was named after
a prominent: A. Philanthropist B. Politician C. Author D. Architect
Answer: A. Philanthropist
3. The 'Rhythm House' in Mumbai was famously known for its collection of: A.
Musical instruments B. Vinyl records and CDs C. Books on music history D. Antique
radios
Answer: B. Indo-Saracenic