When did East Punjab in India cut off the flow of canal waters to West Punjab in Pakistan?
Correct answer: C. 1, April 1948
- A. 1, February 1948
- B. 1, March 19148
- C. 1, April 1948
- D. 1, May 1948
Explanation
East Punjab stopped the flow of canal water to West Punjab on 1 April 1948, creating an early water dispute between India and Pakistan. The dispute eventually contributed to negotiations leading to the Indus Waters Treaty.
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