Major Dhyan Chand was born in which of the following city of India?

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The correct answer is Allahabad.Key Points

Major Dhyan Chand was a legendary Indian hockey player who was born on August 29, 1905, in Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh.
He is widely regarded as one of the greatest hockey players of all time and his contribution to the sport is unmatched.
Major Dhyan Chand's real name was Dhyan Singh and he was from a family of hockey players.
His father, Sameshwar Dutt Singh, was a Subedar in the British Indian Army and played hockey for the army team.
Major Dhyan Chand joined the army himself in 1922 and was soon selected for the Indian Army hockey team.
He went on to represent India in three Olympic Games and won gold medals in all of them.
He was also a part of the Indian team that won the 1936 Berlin Olympics, where he scored three goals in the final against Germany.

Additional Information

Allahabad, the birthplace of Major Dhyan Chand, is a city in Uttar Pradesh that is known for its rich history and cultural heritage.
- It is located at the confluence of the Ganges, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers and is considered one of the holiest cities in India.
Aligarh is a city in Uttar Pradesh that is known for its educational institutions, including the famous Aligarh Muslim University.
Lucknow is the capital city of Uttar Pradesh and is known for its rich history, culture, and cuisine.
Dehradun is the capital city of Uttarakhand and is known for its scenic beauty and proximity to the Himalayas.