The Partition of Bengal made by Lord Curzon in 1905 lasted until –
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A.
the First World War when Indian troops were needed by the British and the partition was ended
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B.
King George V abrogated Curzon’s Act at the Royal Durbar in Delhi in 1911
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C.
Gandhiji launched his Civil Disobedience Movement
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D.
the Partition of India in 1947 when East Bengal became East Pakistan
Correct Answer:
B. King George V abrogated Curzon’s Act at the Royal Durbar in Delhi in 1911
Explanation:
The partition of Bengal, initially announced by Viceroy Lord Curzon in July 1905 and implemented that October, was officially revoked by King George V during the Delhi Durbar on December 12, 1911. During this same event, it was also declared that the capital of India would be moved from Calcutta to Delhi.
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