2005General KnowledgeMedium
Gawadar remained under Oman’s rule for ___________ Years?
A174
B176
C172
DNone of these
Correct answer
A. 174
Explanation
On 7 September 1958, after four years of negotiations, including six months of intense negotiations, Pakistan purchased the Gwadar enclave from the Sultanate of Muscat and Oman for USD $3 million. Gwadar formally became part of Pakistan on 8 December 1958, after 174 years of Omani rule.