Question

Q. In 1939, the Muslim League observed the Day of Deliverance’ on 22 December. Which of the following was the reason behind it?

• A. The League passed the Pakistan resolution on this day.
• B. It celebrated the resignation of Congress ministries.
• C. It demanded the formation of a separate constituent assembly for Muslim majority reasons.
• D. None of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is B It celebrated the resignation of Congress ministries.

Explanation:

The Muslim League observed ‘Day of Deliverance’ on 22 December 1939 when the Congress Party members who were part of the Central and provincial governments resigned in mass protesting the Viceroy’s decision to make India a party to the Second World War without duly consulting Indians.