In which year did Thutob Namgyal transfer the capital to Gangtok?
1850
1875
1894
1901
Answer
In 1894, the ruling Sikkimese Chogyal, Thutob Namgyal, transferred the capital to Gangtok. This decision helped the city grow in importance and become a major stopover on trade routes.
Gangtok Expert Challenge: Can You Beat the Highest Score?