GK
HIMACHAL PRADESH
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Question
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Who is the founder of Hamirpur?
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Hamir Chand
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Deep Chand
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Raj Chand
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None of these
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The Katoch dynasty became predominant during the period of Hamir Chand who ruled from 1700 A.D. to 1740 A.D. It was this ruler who built the fort at Hamirpur and the present town of Hamirpur derives its name from this ruler.
Detailed explanation-2: -Apart from his Son Anirudh Chand, Sansar Chand had two daughters by his wife, Prasanna Devi.
Detailed explanation-3: -Growing some of the finest mangoes, Hamirpur is also identified as the land of the brave for the contribution and sacrifices soldiers from the region have made in service of the nation. Hamirpur town is the headquarter of the district and can easily be reached from Kangra, Una, Bilaspur, Shimla or Chandigarh.
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