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Who became the first Governor of Orissa Province in 1936?
Question

Who became the first Governor of Orissa Province in 1936?

A.

Gopabandhu Das

B.

Harekrushana Mahatab

C.

George Campbell

D.

John Austin Hubback

Correct option is D

• John Austin Hubback became the first Governor of Orissa Province in 1936.
• Odisha was separated from Bihar and became a separate province on 1st April 1936.
Information Booster:
• Odisha was the first state formed on a linguistic basis in India.
• 1st April is celebrated as Utkal Divas.
Additional Knowledge:
• Gopabandhu Das (Option A) – social reformer
• Harekrushna Mahatab (Option B) – later Chief Minister
• George Campbell (Option C) – not related

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