Why was the 'Day of Mourning' observed by the Muslim League on 2 September, 1946?
A
To mourn the loss of innocent lives in the communal riots in Bengal, Bihar, and Assam.
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B
To protest against the formation of the Interim Government by the Indian National Congress.
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C
To dissent against the number of seats given to the Muslim League in the Executive Council.
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D
To push for their demand for the creation of Pakistan.
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Solution
The correct option is B To protest against the formation of the Interim Government by the Indian National Congress. Jawaharlal Nehru and the Indian National Congress (INC) assumed office of the Interim Government on 2 September, 1946. This day was observed as the 'Day of Mourning' by the Muslim League. Their main motive was to protest against the formation of the Interim Government by Nehru and the INC.