The whole of Bengal observed 16th October, 1905 as which of the following day when Bengal was divided?

Independence Day

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National Mourning Day

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Bang Bhang Day

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Bengal Black Day

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Solution

The correct option is B National Mourning Day
When Bengal was divided on 16th October, 1905, the whole of Bengal observed the day as ‘National Mourning Day’. On the day of division, Hindus and Muslims showed their unity by tying rakhis to each other.

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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.

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