SSC MTS EXAM

Detailed explanation-1: -On 12th December, 1911, at the historic Delhi Durbar, the George V, the Emperor of the British Empire proclaimed the shifting of the capital of India from Calcutta to Delhi. After announcement of Delhi as the Capital of India, the preparation for the building a new city started with majesty, pomp and show.

Detailed explanation-2: -Delhi was made the capital of India in 1911, by the British. Calcutta was the earlier capital.

Detailed explanation-3: -In the year 1911 Calcutta became the former capital of British India and it was shifted to Delhi. The decision was taken during the reign of Lord Hardinge, the then Viceroy of India.