Explanation

The British India Association was indeed founded by Dadabhai Naoroji in 1866.

Dadabhai Naoroji, often referred to as the "Grand Old Man of India,"

Dadabhai Naoroji was born on September 4, 1825, in Bombay (now Mumbai), British India.

he foundation of the British India Association marked an important milestone in his efforts to address the concerns of Indians under British rule.

The association aimed to provide a platform for Indians to voice their grievances, discuss political issues, and work towards the betterment of Indian society.