Multiple choice general knowledge history When did Malaysia got Indepence? 1948 1947 1958 1957 Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself D Correct answer Explanation Malaysia gained independence from British rule on August 31, 1957, celebrated annually as Merdeka Day. 1957 (D) is the correct year. 1947 is India's independence, while 1948 and 1958 are incorrect.