MCQ PracticeSingle Best AnswerTopic: Modern Indian History
Q
How was the subcontinent partitioned when British rule ended in 1947?
Question ID
#7350
Subchapter
Modern Indian History
Action
Choose one option below
Choose Your Answer
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A
Along linguistic lines ✔✖
B
Along cultural lines ✔✖
C
Along religious lines ✔✖
D
Along ethnic lines ✔✖
C
Correct Answer: C
Explanation
Answer: c. Along religious lines. Explanation: The subcontinent was partitioned along religious lines into India, with a majority of Hindus, and Pakistan, with a majority of Muslims.