What caused the british to divide india as part of its independence?

a)the indian national congress demanded a separate nation for muslims.

b)the british believed the partition would ease tensions between muslims and hindus.

c)the sikhs believed they should have their own government.

d)the sepoy rebellion convinced the british that the partition would create stability.

ANSWER: B)The British believed the partition would ease tensions between Muslims and Hindus.

EXPLANATION: The Britishers believed that the partition would be beneficial for Indians as it would end the rising tension between the two religious groups. This is when Pakistan and Bangladesh were created. Pakistan was named East Pakistan and Bangladesh was named West Pakistan.

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