Q. Consider the following statements:
1.The British government’s decision to partition Bengal had been made public in December 1903.
2.Bengal retained Calcutta as its capital, while Dacca became the capital of Eastern Bengal.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] d) Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: C
Notes:

Explanation: The British government’s decision to partition Bengal had been made public in December 1903.

  • The idea was to have two provinces: Bengal comprising Western Bengal, the provinces of Bihar and Orissa, and Eastern Bengal and Assam.
  • Bengal retained Calcutta as its capital, while Dacca became the capital of Eastern Bengal.

Source: Spectrum

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