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Who was the Viceroy of India during the Partition of Bengal in 1905?

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

Answer options

  1. Lord Elgin
  2. Lord Hardinge
  3. Lord Minto
  4. Lord Curzon

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Lord Curzon

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: D) Lord Curzon šŸ“š Explanation: Lord Curzon issued the order to partition Bengal in 1905, claiming it was for administrative convenience due to the province's large size. However, the real motive was to weaken the nerve center of Indian nationalism and create a communal rift between Hindus and Muslims. This move sparked the massive Swadeshi and Boycott movements across the country.