Question : Which of the following was a significant aspect of Chennai's expansion in the 18th and 19th centuries?
Option 1: The development of the automobile industry
Option 2: The establishment of the Madras Presidency
Option 3: The growth of the IT sector
Option 4: The construction of the Marina Beach
Correct Answer:
The establishment of the Madras Presidency
Solution : The establishment of the Madras Presidency was a significant aspect of Chennai's expansion in the 18th and 19th centuries, as it became an administrative and cultural center.