The Ministry of Human Resource Development, which existed before the Ministry of Education was created, was set up in the year
A1972
B1980
C1985 ✓ Correct
D1991
Correct answer: (C) 1985
Explanation
The Ministry of Human Resource Development was set up in 1985, later renamed the Ministry of Education.
1972 predates the creation of this ministry.
1980 is also earlier than its formation.
1991 comes after the ministry already existed.
It was formed by bringing education and related departments under one ministry.
In 2020 it was renamed the Ministry of Education in line with the National Education Policy.
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