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In which year was the Lucknow Pact signed between Congress and Muslim League?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. 1926
  2. 1936
  3. 1916
  4. 1906

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: 1916

Explanation: The correct answer is C. 1916. The Lucknow Pact was signed in 1916 between the Indian National Congress and the All-India Muslim League. It was a significant political agreement where both parties decided to work together for achieving self-government in India. This pact marked the first time that the Congress and the Muslim League came together on common political terms. It was also important because it helped in strengthening Hindu-Muslim unity during the national movement.