Which of the following historical monuments was built by the East India Company in India?

Correct option is A

The correct answer is (a) Thalassery fort, Kerala
Explanation:
● Thalassery Fort (also known as Tellicherry Fort) is located in Kannur district, Kerala.
● It was built by the British East India Company in 1708 to establish a stronghold on the Malabar Coast.
● It was a strategic center for the British military and trade activities, particularly for spices like pepper and cardamom.
Information Booster:
● Bharatpur Fort (Lohagarh Fort) in Rajasthan was built by the Jat ruler Maharaja Suraj Mal.
● Kanheri Fort refers to the Kanheri Caves in Maharashtra, which are ancient Buddhist rock-cut caves and monasteries, not built by the EIC.
● Purana Qila in Delhi was built by Sher Shah Suri and the Mughal Emperor Humayun.
Additional Knowledge:
● Fort St. George in Chennai was the first English fortress in India.
● Fort William in Kolkata was another major stronghold of the East India Company.