Pre-Independence Events of Indonesia

In late 1944, Japan was losing ground to the Allies, including the US, UK, and Netherlands. On September 7, Japan's Prime Minister Kuniaki Koiso promised Indonesia independence. Subsequently, on March 1, 1945, Japan formed the BPU-PKI to prepare for Indonesia's independence, which was officially established on April 29, 1945.

Which countries were part of the Allied forces that pressured Japan in late 1944?

• China, Russia, and France

• Netherlands, America, and Britain

• Germany, Italy, and Spain

• Australia, Canada, and India

What significant promise did Japanese Prime Minister General Kuniaki Koiso make on September 7, 1944?

• To grant Indonesia independence

• To form a new government in Indonesia

• To provide economic aid to Indonesia

• To withdraw Japanese troops from Indonesia

When was the Investigating Committee for Preparatory Work for Indonesian Independence (BPU-PKI) formed?

• August 17, 1945

• September 7, 1944

• April 29, 1945

• March 1, 1945

What does BPU-PKI stand for?

• Badan Penyelidik Usaha-usaha Pembangunan Kemerdekaan Indonesia

• Badan Penyelidik Usaha-usaha Perjuangan Kemerdekaan Indonesia

• Badan Penyelidik Usaha-usaha Persiapan Kemerdekaan Indonesia

• Badan Penyelidik Usaha-usaha Pemulihan Kemerdekaan Indonesia

On what date was the BPU-PKI officially inaugurated?

• March 1, 1945

• April 29, 1945

• September 7, 1944

• August 17, 1945