The Partition of Bengal 1905 was considered an achievement for Muslims of Bengal because the partition was likely to provide
A) Greater social benefits.
B) Right to separate electorates.
C) Freedom from the British rule.
D) Higher representation in the Government.
Correct Answer A) Greater social benefits.
Explanation: The Partition of Bengal in 1905 was seen as beneficial for Muslims because it would give them a separate province (East Bengal), where they formed the majority. This separation was expected to bring greater social benefits, such as increased opportunities for education, employment, and economic advancement, as they would no longer be under the political dominance of the Hindu elites of West Bengal.
Sir Syed Ahmed Khan took a rigid stand on the politics of the subcontinent by urging the Muslims to stay away from it. He urged the Muslims are not a part of the Indian National Congress. His opposition towards Muslims’ participation in the politics of the subcontinent was based on the reason that
A) Muslims were not competent to run government institutions.
B) Muslims were not loyal to the British rule in the subcontinent.
C) Muslims were unaware of the European manners and social life.
D) Muslims were lagging behind in economic and educational development
Correct Answer D) Muslims were lagging behind in economic and educational development.
Explanation: Sir Syed Ahmed Khan believed that the Muslim community was far behind in education and economic development compared to the Hindu majority. He urged Muslims to focus on modern education and economic progress before getting involved in political activities, which he felt could disadvantage them due to their lack of preparedness.
Indus Water Basin Treaty 1960 solved the major problem faced by Pakistan since 1948. More or less, all aspects were covered in the treaty except one essential problem which is still causing water related issues in Pakistan. The essential factor NOT considered was the
A) Impact of climate change.
B) Change in government policies.
C) Increase in population over time.
D) Building of dams and reservoirs.
Correct Answer A) Impact of climate change.
Explanation: The Indus Water Treaty of 1960 allocated water from the Indus River system between India and Pakistan but did not account for the impact of climate change. Over time, changing climate patterns, such as reduced rainfall, melting glaciers, and extreme weather, have affected water availability. These issues were not foreseen during the time the treaty was signed and continue to cause water-related challenges in Pakistan.
Radcliff Boundary Commission handed over Calcutta to India despite it being surrounded by Muslim majority areas. This act led East Pakistan to face .
A) Social problems.
B) Military problems.
C) Religious problems.
D) Economic problems.
Correct Answer D) Economic problems.
Explanation: Calcutta was a major economic hub, and its inclusion in India left East Pakistan (now Bangladesh) without a key commercial and industrial center. The loss of Calcutta significantly impacted East Pakistan’s economy, leading to economic struggles as it lacked proper infrastructure, industry, and trade routes, which previously revolved around Calcutta.
All of the following are initial aims and objectives of All India Muslim League EXCEPT
A) to create friendly relations between Muslims and British.
B) to protect the rights and interests of Indian Muslims.
C) to support All Indian National Congress as a political party.
D) to stop hopelessness arising in the hearts of the Muslims.
Correct Answer C) To support All Indian National Congress as a political party.
Explanation: The All-India Muslim League was established in 1906 with the objectives of promoting the interests of Indian Muslims, fostering friendly relations with the British, and protecting Muslim rights. It was not created to support the Indian National Congress, which primarily represented Hindu interests. In fact, the League later became a counterforce to the Congress, particularly as tensions between Hindus and Muslims grew.
