Q. Which dynasty ruled Benares as a British princely state in 1911?
Answer: Narayan Dynasty
Notes: The Narayan dynasty, of Gautam Gotra Bhumihar Brahmins, ruled Benares and was recognized as a princely state in 1911 under the British. Prominent rulers included Maharaja Balwant Singh and Prabhu Narayan Singh. The dynasty played a key administrative and cultural role in present-day Varanasi.