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On 16 August 1946, the Muslim League pressurised the government for _______.

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more seats in the Constituent Assembly

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formation of Pakistan

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India's independence

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formation of provincial government

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The correct option is B formation of Pakistan
On 16 August 1946, the Muslim League pressurised the government with its demand for a separate Pakistan. By March 1947, the riots spread to different parts of India. On 31 January 1947, a Muslim League executive meeting was held, and they decided to boycott the Cabinet meeting and called for an extensive programme for the demand of Pakistan.

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