Apentix/AP World History/Unit 8: Cold War and Decolonization (1900-Present)/Question
AP World Historymediummcq1 pt

The Partition of India in 1947 resulted in:

A.A unified Hindu-Muslim state
B.The creation of Hindu-majority India and Muslim-majority Pakistan
C.A communist revolution
D.British retention of colonial control

Explanation

Core Concept

The Partition of India divided British India into two independent dominions—Hindu-majority India and Muslim-majority Pakistan—leading to massive population displacement and sectarian violence.

Correct Answer

BThe creation of Hindu-majority India and Muslim-majority Pakistan

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