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Political Unification and the Role of the Muslim League

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Which Muslim leader played a prominent role in the formation of the Muslim League?

  1. Maulana Abul Kalam Azad

  2. Muhammad Ali Jinnah

  3. Liaquat Ali Khan

  4. Sir Syed Ahmed Khan


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sir Syed Ahmed Khan was a prominent Muslim leader who played a key role in the formation of the Muslim League in 1906.

What was the primary objective of the Muslim League when it was founded?

  1. To promote Hindu-Muslim unity

  2. To protect the rights of Muslims in India

  3. To establish a separate Muslim state

  4. To promote economic development in Muslim-majority areas


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The primary objective of the Muslim League when it was founded was to protect the rights and interests of Muslims in India.

Which event is considered to be a turning point in the history of the Muslim League?

  1. The partition of Bengal in 1905

  2. The Lucknow Pact of 1916

  3. The Khilafat Movement of 1919-1922

  4. The Lahore Resolution of 1940


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Lahore Resolution of 1940, also known as the Pakistan Resolution, is considered to be a turning point in the history of the Muslim League as it called for the creation of a separate Muslim state in India.

Who was the president of the Muslim League at the time of the Lahore Resolution?

  1. Maulana Abul Kalam Azad

  2. Muhammad Ali Jinnah

  3. Liaquat Ali Khan

  4. Sir Syed Ahmed Khan


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Muhammad Ali Jinnah was the president of the Muslim League at the time of the Lahore Resolution in 1940.

What was the main demand of the Muslim League in the Lahore Resolution?

  1. Complete independence from British rule

  2. A separate Muslim state within India

  3. Equal rights for Muslims and Hindus

  4. Economic development in Muslim-majority areas


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The main demand of the Muslim League in the Lahore Resolution was the creation of a separate Muslim state within India.

Which event is considered to be the culmination of the Muslim League's struggle for a separate Muslim state?

  1. The partition of Bengal in 1905

  2. The Lucknow Pact of 1916

  3. The Khilafat Movement of 1919-1922

  4. The independence of India in 1947


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The independence of India in 1947 is considered to be the culmination of the Muslim League's struggle for a separate Muslim state, as it led to the creation of Pakistan.

Which Muslim leader became the first Governor-General of Pakistan?

  1. Maulana Abul Kalam Azad

  2. Muhammad Ali Jinnah

  3. Liaquat Ali Khan

  4. Sir Syed Ahmed Khan


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Muhammad Ali Jinnah became the first Governor-General of Pakistan after its independence in 1947.

What was the main challenge faced by the Muslim League after the creation of Pakistan?

  1. Economic development

  2. Political stability

  3. Integration of East and West Pakistan

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Muslim League faced a number of challenges after the creation of Pakistan, including economic development, political stability, and the integration of East and West Pakistan.

Which political party emerged as the main rival of the Muslim League in Pakistan?

  1. The Indian National Congress

  2. The Communist Party of Pakistan

  3. The Awami League

  4. The Pakistan People's Party


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Pakistan People's Party, led by Zulfikar Ali Bhutto, emerged as the main rival of the Muslim League in Pakistan.

When did the Muslim League lose power in Pakistan?

  1. 1958

  2. 1969

  3. 1971

  4. 1977


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Muslim League lost power in Pakistan in 1958 when President Iskander Mirza imposed martial law and abrogated the constitution.

What was the role of the Muslim League in the Bangladesh Liberation War of 1971?

  1. It supported the Pakistani government

  2. It supported the Bengali nationalists

  3. It remained neutral

  4. It played a minor role


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Muslim League supported the Pakistani government during the Bangladesh Liberation War of 1971.

Which political party replaced the Muslim League as the dominant party in Pakistan after the Bangladesh Liberation War?

  1. The Pakistan People's Party

  2. The Awami League

  3. The National Awami Party

  4. The Jamaat-e-Islami


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Pakistan People's Party, led by Zulfikar Ali Bhutto, replaced the Muslim League as the dominant party in Pakistan after the Bangladesh Liberation War.

What is the current status of the Muslim League in Pakistan?

  1. It is a major political party

  2. It is a minor political party

  3. It is a defunct political party

  4. It is a banned political party


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Muslim League is currently a minor political party in Pakistan.

What is the legacy of the Muslim League in Indian politics?

  1. It played a key role in the independence of India

  2. It was responsible for the partition of India

  3. It is a symbol of Muslim unity

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Muslim League played a key role in the independence of India, was responsible for the partition of India, and is a symbol of Muslim unity.

What are the main challenges facing the Muslim League today?

  1. Lack of unity among Muslim leaders

  2. Rise of religious extremism

  3. Changing demographics of Pakistan

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Muslim League faces a number of challenges today, including lack of unity among Muslim leaders, rise of religious extremism, and changing demographics of Pakistan.

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