Yasmin Khan on the Indian Partition: Remembering the tragedy

The video discusses the tragic scale of the Indian Partition, with millions displaced and many killed. It examines the contested responsibility, highlighting British missteps in planning and military inaction. The discussion also touches on missed opportunities for unity between Indian leaders, emphasizing the complex interplay of personalities and circumstances.

What was the estimated number of people who migrated during the partition of India?

• 5 to 7 million

• 12 to 15 million

• 30 to 35 million

• 20 to 25 million

What was one of the major reasons for the chaos during the partition according to the discussion?

• Complete absence of violence

• Excessive military presence

• Lack of proper border force

• Over-planning by the British

Why were British troops not involved in controlling the violence during the partition?

• They were not informed about the violence

• They were kept in barracks and shipping home

• They were supporting local militias

• They were busy with other conflicts

What was the Cabinet Mission Plan intended to achieve?

• A new constitution for India

• Partition of India into two countries

• A federal version of India

• Complete independence for India

What was a significant factor that led to the failure of the Cabinet Mission Plan?

• Natural disasters

• Lack of interest from the British

• Breakdown of trust between parties

• Economic instability