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Which day was declared as the Direct Action Day by the Muslim League?

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

Answer options

  1. 3rd September, 1946
  2. 16th August, 1946
  3. 16th May, 1946
  4. 4th December, 1946

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: 16th August, 1946

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: B) 16th August, 1946 šŸ“š Explanation: The Muslim League called for "Direct Action Day" on August 16, 1946, to press for its demand for Pakistan after the failure of the Cabinet Mission. This led to massive communal riots, starting in Calcutta (the "Great Calcutta Killings") and spreading to other parts of India.