The partition of ___________was annulled in 1911.
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The Correct Answer is option 1 i.e. Bengal.
The partition of Bengal was annulled in 1911 by the British government due to widespread protests and strong opposition from Indian nationalists. The partition, carried out in 1905 by Lord Curzon, had divided Bengal into East Bengal (predominantly Muslim) and West Bengal (predominantly Hindu), which was seen as an attempt to divide and rule. This move sparked mass movements, boycotts, and the Swadeshi movement. Realizing the growing unrest, the British reversed the decision in 1911. However, to pacify Muslim sentiments, they simultaneously shifted the capital from Calcutta to Delhi.
Other options :
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Burma: Separated from India in 1937, not partitioned or annulled in 1911.
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Punjab: Partitioned during India’s independence in 1947, not 1911.
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United Provinces: Renamed as Uttar Pradesh in 1950; not partitioned in 1911.