Question

1. a. when did india gain independence?
2. a. (a) why was the indian colony divided into multiple countries after independence? (b) which country was mostly muslim? (c) which country was mostly hindu?

a.
b.
c.

timeline of events
here is a timeline showing the major civilizations and empires of india in chronological order:

• harappan civilization (2600-1700 bc)
• aryan civilization (1700 bc)
• mauryan empire (320-185 bc)
• ashoka empire (270-238 bc)
• gupta empire (320-550 ad)
• mughal empire (1526-1707 ad)
• british colonization (mid-1800s)
• indian independence (1947)

this quizlet is an additional study tool, but it does not cover everything that will be on the test. your best bet is to study everything on the study guide first, and then supplement with the quizlet.
https://quizlet.com/113928510/unit-7-ancient-india-study-guide-flash-cards/?i=5x2tw1&x=1qqi

Explanation:

1. The timeline provided explicitly lists Indian independence as occurring in 1947.
2. (a) The division stemmed from religious tensions between Hindu and Muslim communities, with the Muslim League pushing for a separate Muslim-majority nation.

(b) Pakistan was established as the primarily Muslim country after partition.
(c) India remained the primarily Hindu country after partition.

Answer:

1. 1947
2. (a) Due to religious tensions between Hindu and Muslim groups, with demands for a separate Muslim nation.

(b) Pakistan
(c) India