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Make a list of various reasons for the Partition of the country. (OR) Write a short note on various consequences of partition of India. |
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Answer» 1. The Muslim League thought of reserved seats for Muslims, where they are the majority. 2. Congress accepted this logic, so, from 1909 separate electorates were implemented. 3. League pointed out many issues and blamed Congress of insensitivity to the needs of Muslims. 4. The fears of League were fueled by British ‘Divide and Rule Policy’. 5. League was able to convince Muslim masses of the benefits and need for a separation. 6. When Cabinet Mission recommended India was to be united, League opposed it. 7. They asked people to come out on the streets and riots and violence and thousands of people were dead. 8. So it was inevitable for the partition of India. |
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