Multiple choice

Which of the following statements is/are true in relation to the Mountbatten Plan?

  1. It dealt with the method by which the power would be transferred from the British to responsible Indian hands.
  2. It aimed at dividing India peacefully into two equal nations.

  1. Only 1

  2. Only 2

  3. Both of these

  4. Neither of these
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Explanation

Statement 1 is correct: The Mountbatten Plan or 3rd June Plan dealt with the method by which the power would be transferred from the British to responsible Indian hands. Statement 2 is wrong: The Plan aimed at dividing India, but at the same time retaining maximum unity.

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