what were the main reasons for establishment of hill station at least 5 points
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(i) They were strategic places for the stay of troops.
(ii) They facilitated defence and guard of the frontiers.
(iii) They were the best places to launch campaign against enemy rulers.
(iv) The temperate and cool climate of the hill-stations was suitable for the British who associated hot weather with epidemics.
(v) The hill stations were developed as sanitoriums. These were the places where soldiers could be sent for rest, recreation and recovery from diseases.
(vi) They were frequently visited by British rulers like the Viceroys. Most of the British officials moved to hill stations during the summer season.
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