In which year did plague strike Bombay?

Correct option is C

The Correct Answer is 1896 (Option C)

Explanation:
• The bubonic plague struck Bombay (now Mumbai) in 1896, leading to a major public health crisis.
• The outbreak originated in Mandvi, a port area in Bombay, and spread rapidly.
• It was caused by the Yersinia pestis bacterium, transmitted through fleas from rats.

Key Points:
• The plague epidemic lasted for several years and caused a large number of deaths.
• The British government imposed strict quarantine measures, leading to public resistance.
• The epidemic contributed to the formation of the Bombay Improvement Trust (1898) for better urban planning.