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why did the muslims of india demand a seprate hiomeland
What was the primary demand of Muslims in India during the early 20th century?
A separate homeland.
True or False: The demand for a separate homeland was solely based on religious differences.
False.
Fill in the blank: The demand for a separate Muslim state in India culminated in the formation of __________.
Pakistan.
Which political party primarily represented the interests of Muslims in India?
All-India Muslim League.
What year was the Lahore Resolution passed, demanding a separate Muslim state?
1940.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following was a significant reason for the Muslim demand for a separate homeland? A) Economic disparity B) Political underrepresentation C) Cultural differences D) All of the above
D) All of the above.
What was the fear of Muslims regarding Hindu majority rule?
Marginalization and loss of political power.
True or False: The British colonial rule promoted unity between Hindus and Muslims.
False.
Fill in the blank: The concept of __________ was crucial in mobilizing Muslim identity during the independence movement.
Islamic nationalism.
What was the impact of the 1937 provincial elections on Muslim political aspirations?
It highlighted the political dominance of Hindus and increased Muslim demands for separate representation.
Multiple Choice: Who was the leader of the All-India Muslim League during the demand for a separate homeland? A) Jawaharlal Nehru B) Muhammad Ali Jinnah C) Mahatma Gandhi D) Sardar Patel
B) Muhammad Ali Jinnah.
What role did communal riots play in the demand for a separate Muslim homeland?
They deepened mistrust between Hindus and Muslims, reinforcing the call for separation.
True or False: The Two-Nation Theory proposed that Muslims and Hindus were two distinct nations.
True.
Fill in the blank: The demand for a separate homeland was partly a reaction to the __________ policies of the British.
Divisive.
What was one of the major outcomes of the 1947 partition of India?
The creation of Pakistan as a separate nation for Muslims.
Multiple Choice: The demand for a separate homeland was formalized in which resolution? A) Nehru Report B) Lucknow Pact C) Lahore Resolution D) Cripps Mission
C) Lahore Resolution.
What economic factor contributed to the Muslim demand for a separate homeland?
Economic disparities and competition for resources.
True or False: The fear of losing cultural identity influenced the demand for a separate Muslim state.
True.
Fill in the blank: The __________ Act of 1935 was seen as inadequate by many Muslims, prompting calls for a separate state.
Government of India.
Who was the prominent Muslim leader advocating for a separate nation in the 1940s?
Muhammad Ali Jinnah.
What significant event in 1947 led to the realization of the demand for a separate homeland?
The partition of India.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following was a consequence of the demand for a separate homeland? A) Increased communal harmony B) Large-scale migration C) Economic prosperity D) None of the above
B) Large-scale migration.
True or False: The demand for a separate Muslim homeland was universally supported among all Indian Muslims.
False.
What was one of the ideological foundations for the Muslim demand for a separate homeland?
The belief in distinct national identities based on religion.
