Partition of India and Nationalism

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With which statement would Gandhi most likely agree? Nonviolence can actually be more effective than physical fighting. In order to effectively change the government, fighting must occur. Hunger strikes do more harm than good. India will most likely never gain its independence.

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Nonviolence can actually be more effective than physical fighting.

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What is meant by the "partition" of India in 1947?

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the creation of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan and the Hindu-dominated Union of India

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India won its independence from Great Britain in 1947 due to

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Great Britain's lack of money and manpower after WWII

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India was controlled by which British country for over 300 years?

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Great Britain

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Why did large numbers of Hindus and Muslims migrate immediately after India gained its independence?

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The subcontinent was divided into countries based primarily on the location of religious majorities.

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What was established by Indian nationalists in 1885 to fight for Indian self-rule?

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Indian National Congress

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One of the major problems with the Partition of Pakistan was...

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Forced migration of people of different religions caused bitter feelings and anger

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What country was Gandhi in when he first protested British Rule?

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South Africa

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Which event was used by Mohandas Gandhi to bring world attention to the injustices of British colonialism?

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Salt March

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How did the Indian National Congress contribute to the end of British rule in India?

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By leading non-violent protests and advocating for self-rule