Question

Q7. Consider the following statements

1. Lord Curzon issued the order to partition Bengal on 16 October, 1905.

2. Ease in administration was cited as the reason behind this decision but actually it was meant to curb the rising nationalist sentiments in Bengal.

3. The anti-partition movement was formally initiated in August, 1905.

Which of the above statement/s is/are correct?

• A. a) 1 and 2 only
• B. b) 2 only
• C. c) 2 and 3 only
• D. d) All of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is C

c) 2 and 3 only

The order to partition Bengal was issued on 20th July 1905 which came into effect on 16th October 1905 while way back in December 1903, the partition proposals became publicly known followed by immediate and spontaneous protests. The formal proclamation of the Swadeshi Movement was made on 7th August 1905, in a meeting held at the Calcutta town hall.