Question

In which year, Banaras Hindu University was established?

• A. 1910
• B. 1916
• C. 1921
• D. 1931

Hint:

Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya is popularly known as the founder of Banaras Hindu University.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Concept:
Banaras Hindu University (BHU) is one of the oldest and largest central universities in India. It was established to promote higher education and Indian culture.

Step 1: Identify the founder of BHU. Banaras Hindu University was founded by: \[ \text{Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya} \] with support from many national leaders and social reformers.

Step 2: Identify the establishment year. BHU was established in: \[ 1916 \] through the: \[ \text{BHU Act, 1915} \]

Step 3: Know the location of BHU. The university is located in: \[ \text{Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh} \] It is one of Asia's largest residential universities.

Step 4: Eliminate incorrect options.
• 1910 -- Incorrect
• 1916 -- Correct
• 1921 -- Incorrect
• 1931 -- Incorrect

Step 5: Conclusion. Therefore, the correct answer is: \[ \boxed{1916} \]