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Of the 146 prisoners held in the Black Hole dungeon, how many walked out alive?

A6
B70
C50
D23
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. 23
1. The dungeon in Fort William was meant for only six prisoners. 2. 146 were thrust inside, and the doors opened on 21 June. 3. Only 23 of them walked out; the rest died of asphyxiation and exhaustion. _Source: Wikipedia, Battle of Plassey, Carnatic Wars_
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