Which colonial power ended its involvement in India by selling the rights to the Nicobar Islands to the British on Oct. 16, 1868?
Correct answer: C. Denmark
- A. Belgium
- B. Italy
- C. Denmark
- D. France
Explanation
Denmark sold its rights to the Nicobar Islands to Britain in 1868, ending Danish involvement there. France, Belgium and Italy had no such role in this transfer.
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