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1. Bombay was originally a group of seven islands. Which of the following was NOT one of them?
2. In the 3rd century BC, Bombay became part of the Maurya Empire. Which king of the Maurya Dynasty was in power at that time?
3. After the collapse of the Maurya Empire, Bombay was ruled by a number of other Hindu kings and dynasties including the Gupta and Silhara dynasties. Which European explorer was the first to reach Bombay in 1508?
4. In 1640, the first Parsis began arriving in Bombay. Which present-day country were they originally from?
5. In 1661, the seven islands of Bombay were given away as part of Princess Catherine of Braganca's marriage dowry. Whom did she marry?
6. To whom did their new owner lease the islands in 1668?
7. Sir George Oxenden became the first governor of Bombay Presidency in 1668.
8. Which educational institution was founded in Bombay in 1887 and became the first Indian institute to offer degrees in technical subjects like engineering?
9. Bombay also played a significant role during the struggle for Indian Independence. Which movement was launched on 7th August 1942 at Gowalia Tank?
10. In 1995, Bombay was renamed Mumbai. Which political party was in power at the state level at the time?
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