Kohinoor diamond was given to Queen Victoria in 1849 by _________.
Correct answer: D. Maharaja Dileep Singh
- A. Maharaja Hari Singh
- B. Aurangzeb
- C. Ibrahim Lodhi
- D. Maharaja Dileep Singh
Explanation
The Koh-i-Noor came into British possession after the 1849 Treaty of Lahore and was surrendered by the young Maharaja Duleep Singh. It was subsequently presented to Queen Victoria.
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