Pakistan Studies/Affairs MCQs
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Plato
- Biography: Ancient Greek philosopher (427–347 BCE), student of Socrates and teacher of Aristotle, founder of the Academy in Athens.
- Important Ideas:
- Theory of Forms
- Philosopher-King
- Ideal State
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What was the ratio between Muslims and Hindus in the newly formed Eastern Bengal province?
Answer:
3:2
The demographic distribution of 18 million Muslims to 12 million Hindus resulted in a population ratio of 3:2. This majority status for Muslims was one of the primary reasons for the intense agitation by Hindu leaders, who felt their influence was being curtailed.
22
Approximately how many Hindus resided in the newly formed Eastern Bengal province out of the total 31 million population?
Answer:
12 Million
The Hindu population in the new province of Eastern Bengal was approximately 12 million. With 18 million Muslims and 12 million Hindus, the demographic balance shifted significantly compared to the undivided Bengal province.
23
In the new province of Eastern Bengal, how many people out of the 31 million total were Muslims?
Answer:
18 Million
Out of the 31 million people in Eastern Bengal, 18 million were Muslims. This majority status gave Muslims a better prospect for political and economic advancement, which is why the community generally supported the partition decision.
24
What was the total population of the newly created province of East Bengal in 1905?
Answer:
31 Million
The province of Eastern Bengal and Assam had a total population of 31 million people at the time of its creation in 1905. This demographic was central to the political discourse of the time, as the province had a Muslim majority.
25
While Dhaka was the capital of East Bengal, which city remained the capital of West Bengal?
Answer:
Calcutta
Calcutta (now Kolkata) continued to serve as the capital of West Bengal after the partition. It also remained the capital of British India until 1911, and the Hindu elite in Calcutta were the most vocal opponents of the partition, fearing a loss of their political and economic influence.
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Which city was designated as the capital of the newly formed province of East Bengal?
Answer:
Dhakka (Dhaka)
Upon the partition in 1905, Dhaka was established as the capital of the new province of East Bengal and Assam. This was significant for the Muslim population of the region, as it promised to restore the city's former glory and administrative importance.
27
What was the total geographic area of the undivided province of Bengal before the 1905 partition?
Answer:
1,89,000 sq. km
Before its division, the province of Bengal covered a vast territory of approximately 1,89,000 square kilometers. The British argued that such a large area was difficult to administer effectively from a single center, which served as their primary justification for the partition.
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Who was the Secretary of State for India who sanctioned the scheme for the partition of Bengal in June 1905?
Answer:
Sir John Brodrick
Sir John Brodrick served as the Secretary of State for India during the planning phase of the partition. He officially sanctioned the partition scheme in June 1905 after Lord Curzon had sent the formal proposal to the British government earlier that year in February.
29
On what specific date did Lord Curzon announce the partition of Bengal?
Answer:
16th October 1905
The partition of Bengal was officially announced and implemented on October 16, 1905. This move divided the province into East Bengal and Assam, and West Bengal, sparking widespread protests across India as it was seen by many as a 'divide and rule' tactic by the British.
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In which year did Lord Curzon take charge as the Viceroy of India?
Answer:
1899
Lord Curzon was appointed as the Viceroy of India in 1899. His tenure is most notably remembered for the administrative and political changes he introduced, including the controversial decision to partition the large province of Bengal, which set the stage for significant nationalist movements.