Question

The first Municipal Corporation was established in India at :

• A. Chennai
• B. Delhi
• C. Hyderabad
• D. Mumbai

Answer 1

Answer:

A. Chennai

• The first Municipal Corporation in India was established in Chennai (formerly known as Madras) in 1688 during the British colonial period.
• It was known as the "Madras Municipal Corporation."
• This marked the beginning of local self-governance in urban areas in India. 
• It was followed by similar corporations in the then Bombay and Calcutta in 1726. 
• Over time, municipal corporations were established in other cities and towns across the country to manage local administration and provide essential services to residents.