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3rd June Plan & Partition (1947) MCQs (71–80)

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71.
Who was responsible for the partition of the subcontinent into India and Pakistan in 1947?
Correct Answer: C. Winston Churchill
One-liner
The partition of the subcontinent in 1947 is often attributed to Winston Churchill, whose policies and opposition to Indian unity are cited by some historians as a driving force behind the division.
72.
Who signed the Instrument of Accession to India for Kashmir in 1947?
Correct Answer: B. Maharaja of Kashmir
One-liner
The Instrument of Accession to India for Kashmir in 1947 was signed by Maharaja Hari Singh, the then ruler of the princely state of Jammu and Kashmir.
73.
India celebrates its independence on:
Correct Answer: B. August 15
One-liner
India celebrates its independence on August 15, marking the day in 1947 when British rule ended and the Indian Independence Act came into effect.
74.
On which date did the Maharaja of Kashmir sign the Instrument of Accession to India?
Correct Answer: A. 26 October 1947
One-liner
The Maharaja of Kashmir, Hari Singh, signed the Instrument of Accession to India on 26 October 1947.
75.
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The 3rd June plan also called as _?
Correct Answer: A. Mountbatten Plan
One-liner
The 3rd June Plan is also called the Mountbatten Plan.
76.
Gandhi was died in:
Correct Answer: D. 1948
One-liner
Mahatma Gandhi was assassinated in 1948.
77.
How many Princely States existed in the Sub-Continent during British Rule?
Correct Answer: B. 635
One-liner
There were 635 Princely States in the Indian Sub-Continent during British Rule.
78.
Past Paper MCQ
Indian forces occupied Kashmir in
Correct Answer: C. 1947
One-liner
Indian forces occupied Kashmir in 1947, following the Maharaja's accession to India on October 26, 1947.
79.
Past Paper MCQ
Head of Punjab Boundary Commission
Correct Answer: C. Sir Cyril Radcliffe
One-liner
The Punjab Boundary Commission was headed by Sir Cyril Radcliffe.
80.
Past Paper MCQ
Punjab boundary commission in 1947:
Correct Answer: B. Radcliffe
One-liner
The Punjab Boundary Commission in 1947 was headed by Sir Cyril Radcliffe.

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