Transfer of Power & Partition — Set 2
National Movement · सत्ता हस्तांतरण और विभाजन · Questions 11–20 of 140
When was the Mountbatten Plan announced?
Correct Answer: A. A. June 3, 1947
The Mountbatten Plan, formally known as the Indian Independence Act plan, was announced on June 3, 1947. It proposed the partition of British India into two dominions — India and Pakistan. The plan was accepted by Congress, Muslim League, and Sikhs. It led to the Indian Independence Act 1947.
The Indian Independence Act 1947 was passed by which parliament?
Correct Answer: A. A. British Parliament
The Indian Independence Act 1947 was passed by the British Parliament on July 18, 1947. It provided for the partition of British India into two independent dominions: India and Pakistan. The Act came into effect on August 15, 1947. It ended British rule in India that had lasted nearly 200 years.
On which date did India become independent?
Correct Answer: A. A. August 15, 1947
India became independent on August 15, 1947 when the Indian Independence Act 1947 came into effect. Jawaharlal Nehru hoisted the national flag and delivered the famous 'Tryst with Destiny' speech. Mountbatten transferred power to the Constituent Assembly of India. August 15 is celebrated as Independence Day every year.
On which date did Pakistan become independent?
Correct Answer: A. A. August 14, 1947
Pakistan became independent on August 14, 1947, one day before India. Muhammad Ali Jinnah became the first Governor-General of Pakistan. The provinces of West Punjab, Sindh, NWFP, Balochistan, and East Bengal formed Pakistan. August 14 is celebrated as Independence Day in Pakistan.
Who drew the boundary line between India and Pakistan at partition?
Correct Answer: A. A. Sir Cyril Radcliffe
Sir Cyril Radcliffe, a British lawyer, was appointed to draw the boundary line between India and Pakistan. He chaired two Boundary Commissions — one for Punjab and one for Bengal. The Radcliffe Line was announced on August 17, 1947, two days after independence. Radcliffe had never visited India before his appointment.
The boundary dividing Punjab at partition is called?
Correct Answer: A. A. Radcliffe Line
The Radcliffe Line is the name given to the boundary demarcating India and Pakistan in Punjab and Bengal, drawn by Sir Cyril Radcliffe in 1947. In Punjab it divided the province between India and Pakistan. The announcement of the Radcliffe Line triggered massive communal violence. In the east, a similar line divided Bengal.
The Mountbatten Plan proposed partition of which two major provinces?
Correct Answer: A. A. Punjab and Bengal
The Mountbatten Plan of June 3, 1947 proposed the partition of Punjab and Bengal between India and Pakistan. Western Punjab went to Pakistan and Eastern Punjab to India. Similarly, Western Bengal went to India and Eastern Bengal to Pakistan (East Pakistan). The partition of these two provinces caused massive displacement.
Who was the first Prime Minister of India?
Correct Answer: A. A. Jawaharlal Nehru
Jawaharlal Nehru became the first Prime Minister of independent India on August 15, 1947. He delivered the famous 'Tryst with Destiny' speech at midnight on August 14-15. Nehru served as Prime Minister until his death on May 27, 1964. He is considered the architect of modern India.
What is the 'Tryst with Destiny' speech?
Correct Answer: A. A. Jawaharlal Nehru's independence speech at midnight August 14-15, 1947
'Tryst with Destiny' is the famous speech delivered by Jawaharlal Nehru at midnight on August 14-15, 1947 as India became independent. He said 'At the stroke of the midnight hour, when the world sleeps, India will awake to life and freedom.' It is one of the greatest speeches in history. It marked the fulfillment of India's long struggle for independence.
What was the Cabinet Mission Plan of 1946?
Correct Answer: A. A. A plan to create a federal India with provinces grouped into three sections
The Cabinet Mission Plan of 1946 was proposed by a three-member British cabinet delegation. It proposed a united India with a three-tier federal structure — the central government, groups of provinces, and individual provinces. The plan was initially accepted by Congress and the Muslim League but later rejected by Congress over interpretations. Its failure led to direct action and communal violence.