When was the first tea company in Assam established?

(A) 1835
(B) 1837
(C) 1839
(D) 1841

Correct Answer : 1839
Question Asked : UP RO/ARO (Pre) 2016
The Assam company was formed in England in 1839 with a capital of Rs. 5 lakh. The Assam company with its headquarter in Nazira is the oldest tea company of Assam which is still functioning.
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