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What is the route of the train Khan Sahib is going to take to Peshawar?

The route of the train is from Bombay to Delhi, then to Lahore, and then to Peshawar.

Who is Khan Sahib going to meet in Peshawar?

Khan Sahib is going to Peshawar for his business.

What does the acronym GBMR stand for on the blue carriages?

GBMR stands for Greater Bombay Metropolitan Railway.

Who mainly comprised the staff at Victoria Terminus?

The staff at Victoria Terminus was mostly made up of Anglo-Indians and Parsees along with a handful of British officers. Signup and view all the answers

What was the nationality of the officers at Victoria Terminus?

The officers at Victoria Terminus were mainly British. Signup and view all the answers

What was the unexpected shock that Professor Gaitonde encountered?

The unexpected shock was the discovery that the East India Company was not only still in existence but flourishing, contrary to what history books had stated. Signup and view all the answers

In what year was the East India Company supposed to have been wound up according to history books?

According to history books, the East India Company was supposed to have been wound up shortly after the events of 1857. Signup and view all the answers

What did Professor Gaitonde observe on Hornby Road that was different from what he had expected?

Professor Gaitonde observed a different set of shops and office buildings, such as Boots and Woolworth departmental stores, and imposing offices of British banks, rather than the expected Handloom House building. Signup and view all the answers

What was Professor Gaitonde determined to do as a result of his discovery?

As a result of his discovery, Professor Gaitonde was determined to find out how and when the East India Company had managed to survive and flourish, possibly even before the events of 1857. Signup and view all the answers

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Train Route and Destination

Khan Sahib's train will travel to Peshawar, a significant city in Pakistan.
In Peshawar, Khan Sahib intends to meet influential individuals related to governmental affairs.

Acronyms and Terminology

GBMR stands for Great Bombay and Madras Railway, indicated on blue carriages.

Staff and Nationalities at Victoria Terminus

The staff at Victoria Terminus primarily consisted of local individuals familiar with the operational demands of the railway system.
Officers at Victoria Terminus were predominantly British, reflecting colonial administration at the time.

Surprises and Discoveries

Professor Gaitonde experienced an unexpected shock upon discovering significant historical inaccuracies concerning the East India Company.
According to historical texts, the East India Company was expected to have been dissolved in 1874.
On Hornby Road, Gaitonde noticed a disparity in the landscape and development compared to his preconceived notions, leading to a deeper reflection on progress.

Determination and Actions

As a result of his discoveries about the East India Company and his observations, Professor Gaitonde was resolved to investigate further into the historical context and implications.

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Test your knowledge of the British Raj era with this quiz based on a conversation about train travel between characters. See how much you know about the historical context and the details of the journey.