69th B.P.S.C. (Pre) 2023
Which of the following statements is correct regarding Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom?
aShe reigned for 70 years and died at the age of 96✓ Correct
bShe reigned for 68 years and died at the age of 94 ## Page 31 CLICK HERE - JOIN @APNAPDFS
cShe ruled for 72 years and died at the age of 92
dShe ruled for 66 years and died at the age of 90
Explanation
On 8 September, 2022, Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom died at the age of 96. In the year 1952, Elizabeth II assumed the throne of the United Kingdom. Thus, she reigned for 70 years, 214 days (6 February, 1952 – 8 September, 2022). Therefore, as the closest answer, option (a) can be selected.
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