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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]

When is Ordnance Factory Day celebrated in India?

A	March 12
B	March 14
C	March 16
D	March 18

Explanation:

Detailed explanation-1: -Ordnance Factory Day is celebrated on March 18 in India annually to commemorate the foundation of the first Ordnance Factory in India at Cossipore near Kolkata in the year 1801.

Detailed explanation-2: -In 1801 a Gun Carriage Agency at Cossipore, Kolkata (presently known as Gun & Shell Factory, Cossipore) was eatablished and production started from 18th March, 1802. This is the first Industrial establishment of Ordnance Factories which has continued its existence till date.

Detailed explanation-3: -In 1801, Gun Carriage Agency (now known as Gun & Shell Factory, Cossipore) was established at Cossipore, Calcutta, and production began on 18 March 1802. This is the oldest ordnance factory in India still in existence.

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