MCQ practice · SSC Bangladesh and Global Studies Board questions · Chapter 2: The Independence of Bangladesh
On which date was the independence of Bangladesh formally declared?
Think it through first, then pick an option.
- a 26 March 1971
- b 10 April 1971
- c 17 April 1971
- d 16 December 1971
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: b 10 April 1971
The book says the declaration of independence was formally proclaimed on 10 April, the day the Mujibnagar Government was formed.
Why the other options are wrong
- a 26 March 1971: On 26 March Major Ziaur Rahman declared independence from Kalurghat; the formal declaration was proclaimed on 10 April.
- c 17 April 1971: On 17 April the government took oath; the formal declaration was proclaimed on 10 April.
- d 16 December 1971: 16 December is the day of victory; the formal declaration was on 10 April.
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