What condition did the Muslim League set before signing the Lucknow Pact of 1916?
A
Creation of a separate nation for Muslims
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B
Separate electorates for Muslims
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C
Separate elections for Muslims
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D
Reservation in government jobs for Muslims
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Solution
The correct option is B Separate electorates for Muslims The Lucknow Pact was signed in 1916 between the Indian National Congress and the Muslim League. The Muslim League signed the pact on the condition that separate seats were to be allocated in provincial elections for Muslims since they were a religious minority in India.