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Who identified Darjeeling as a potential summer retreat during the East India Company rule?

  • British officials

  • French officials

  • Portuguese officials

  • Dutch officials

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In the early 19th century, during East India Company rule in India, Darjeeling was identified as a potential summer retreat for British officials, soldiers and their families. This led to the development of the town as a popular tourist destination.
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