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In 1966, what movement was initiated by Mujibur?
In 1966, what movement was initiated by Mujibur?
6 point movement
In what month and year were general elections held?
In what month and year were general elections held?
December 1970
Who won in East Pakistan and got seats in the National Assembly?
Who won in East Pakistan and got seats in the National Assembly?
Awami League by Mujibur
On what date in 1971 did President Yahya Khan announce the suspension of the Assembly session?
On what date in 1971 did President Yahya Khan announce the suspension of the Assembly session?
On what date in 1971 did Mujibur deliver a historic speech at Suhrawardy Udyan, Dhaka, where he called for resistance.
On what date in 1971 did Mujibur deliver a historic speech at Suhrawardy Udyan, Dhaka, where he called for resistance.
In 1971, on March 25, what action did the Pakistan military take in East Pakistan?
In 1971, on March 25, what action did the Pakistan military take in East Pakistan?
What time period in 1971 did Mujibur declare independence?
What time period in 1971 did Mujibur declare independence?
Who fought against Pakistani forces and received help from India in December?
Who fought against Pakistani forces and received help from India in December?
Who was the first Chief Minister of East Pakistan?
Who was the first Chief Minister of East Pakistan?
Who was acting as Chief Minister of East Pakistan during the Language Movement?
Who was acting as Chief Minister of East Pakistan during the Language Movement?
How many seats did the Juktofront win in the 1954 elections?
How many seats did the Juktofront win in the 1954 elections?
In what year did the 6 point movements occur?
In what year did the 6 point movements occur?
Where was Mujibnagar government formed in 1971?
Where was Mujibnagar government formed in 1971?
Who was the main accused in the Agartala Conspiracy Case?
Who was the main accused in the Agartala Conspiracy Case?
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1966 - 6 Point Movement
1966 - 6 Point Movement
A set of demands by Mujibur Rahman for greater autonomy in East Pakistan.
1970 General Elections
1970 General Elections
Elections held in Pakistan, leading to significant political changes.
Awami League
Awami League
The political party that won the majority in East Pakistan in the 1970 elections.
1971
1971
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March 7 Speech
March 7 Speech
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Operation Searchlight
Operation Searchlight
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March 26 - Dec 16, 1971
March 26 - Dec 16, 1971
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March 26, 1971
March 26, 1971
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Mukti Bahini
Mukti Bahini
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India
India
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East Pakistan
East Pakistan
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Nurul Islam
Nurul Islam
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Mujibur Rahman
Mujibur Rahman
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Mujibnagar Government
Mujibnagar Government
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Study Notes
- 1966 saw the start of the 6-point movement by Mujibur, advocating for a more equitable allocation of power between East and West Pakistan.
- In December 1970, general elections occurred.
- The Awami League, led by Mujibur, secured victory and obtained seats in the National Assembly.
- On March 1, 1971, President Yahya Khan announced the suspension of the Assembly session.
- On March 7, 1971, Mujibur delivered a historic speech at Suhrawardy Udyan, Dhaka, urging resistance against the oppressive policies of the Pakistani government.
- On March 25, 1971, the Pakistani military initiated a crackdown in East Pakistan, known as Operation Searchlight, aimed at suppressing the growing demand for independence, resulting in thousands of deaths.
- From March 26 to December 16, 1971, the conflict continued.
- Mujibur declared independence on March 26, 1971, and the Mukti Bahini fought against Pakistani forces. India provided assistance in December, supporting the independence movement.
- Nurul Amin was the first Chief Minister of East Pakistan.
- Nurul Amin during the Language Movement was also Chief Minister of East Pakistan.
- In the 1954 elections, the Jukto Front secured 223 seats.
- The 6-point plan occurred in 1966.
- Mujibnagor was formed as the government in 1971.
- Mujib was the main accused in the Agartala Conspiracy Case.
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Overview of the Bangladesh Liberation War which started with the 6-point movement by Mujibur and declaration of independence on March 26, 1971. Mukti Bahini, supported by India, fought against Pakistani forces. It resulted in the independence of Bangladesh.
