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He succeeded Lord Wavell as the Viceroy of India on 24 March, 1947. He constituted a new plan that was entirely different from the Cabinet Mission Plan drafted by his predecessor. He recommended the creation of Pakistan and its separation from India. Identify this person.

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C. Rajagopalachari

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Lord Mountbatten

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Lord Warren Hastings

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Robert Clive

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The correct option is B Lord Mountbatten
Lord Mountbatten, the successor of Lord Wavell, constituted the Mountbatten Plan that was accepted by both the Muslim League and the INC. Through his plan, he succeeded in ensuring the transition of power and in establishing peace between the Muslim League and the Indian National Congress (INC). He recommended the creation of Pakistan and its separation from India, and also presided as the first Governor-General of Independent India.

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