Question

Where is the Cellular Jail, a historic and chilling prison, located?

• A. Chennai, Tamil Nadu
• B. Port Blair, Andaman & Nicobar Islands
• C. Mumbai, Maharashtra
• D. Kolkata, West Bengal

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Port Blair, Andaman & Nicobar Islands

- The Cellular Jail, also known as Kala Pani Jail, is a historic and chilling prison located in Port Blair, Andaman & Nicobar Islands, is a historic prison where Indian freedom fighters were exiled and subjected to cruel and inhumane conditions under British rule. - Constructed by the British in the late 19th century, (construction of the jail began in 1896 and was completed in 1910) this infamous jail was used to imprison and punish political dissidents and freedom fighters seeking independence from colonial rule.