Explanation

• After the failure of the Cripps Mission, Congress reacted strongly.
• It launched the Quit India Movement in 1942.
• This was led by Mahatma Gandhi.
• The demand was for immediate British withdrawal from India.
• It became a major mass movement against British rule.

Last verified on 29-04-2026

Explanation

• The All India Muslim League was founded on 30 December 1906.
• Location: Dhaka (Dacca), Bangladesh
• Founder: Nawab Khwaja Salimullah
  
• First President: Sir Agha Khan
• Headquarters: Lucknow
• The party was dissolved on 14 August 1947.

When the Muslim League ended in 1947, it split into three parties:

1. Muslim League in Pakistan
2. Awami League in Bangladesh
3. Indian Union Muslim League in India

Last verified on 10-07-2026

Explanation

• The War of Independence of 1857 ended in the defeat of the Indian resistance against British rule.
• Muslims faced severe political and economic consequences after the war.
• However, it contributed to a new Muslim political and educational awakening.
• Sir Syed Ahmad Khan played a major role in promoting modern education among Muslims.

Last verified on 12-03-2026

Explanation

• The Durand Line was drawn in 1893.
• It was established as the official border between British India and Afghanistan.
• British representative: Sir Mortimer Durand
• Afghan ruler: Amir Abdur Rahman Khan
• It later became the international border between Pakistan and Afghanistan.
• Length: Around 2,640 km

Last verified on 09-06-2026

Explanation

• The Indian Councils Act 1909, also called the Morley-Minto Reforms, introduced separate electorates for Muslims.

Additional information:

• Date of introduction: 12 March 1909
• Total members in Central Legislative Council: 60
• Muslim reserved seats: 5
• 27 members were to be elected from different constituencies.
• Nehru Report (28 August 1928) rejected the demand for separate electorate.

Last verified on 07-03-2026