The demarcation line between Republic of India and the Islamic Republic of Pakistan is known as_________?
Correct answer: B. Radcliffe line
- A. Durand Line
- B. Radcliffe line
- C. Line of control
- D. None
Explanation
The Radcliffe Line marked the boundary drawn between the areas assigned to India and Pakistan at Partition in 1947. The Durand Line concerns Pakistan-Afghanistan, while the Line of Control concerns Kashmir.
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The Radcliffe Award fixed the boundaries between India and Pakistan in 1947 through commissions chaired by Sir Cyril Radcliffe for Punjab and Bengal. It covers the use of Muslim and non-Muslim majority areas alongside administrative, communications and other considerations, the announcement on 17 August, and the resulting territorial disputes and population displacement.
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