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What was the author's initial feeling when they began to 'hear' the stories of Partition?
The author's initial feeling was anger.
What did the author feel was lacking in the history of Partition?
The author felt that the history of Partition was lacking in describing how it had impacted the lives of ordinary people and what it had actually meant to them.
What did the author have little idea of when they began work on Partition?
The author had little idea of what they would learn when they began work on Partition.
What does the author feel about the conclusion of an exercise such as this?
The author feels that none of the common conclusions about Partition are adequate and that there is much more to be learnt about it.
What are some correct statements about Partition according to the author?
Some correct statements about Partition according to the author are that it was an event of major importance, it touched people’s lives in unprecedented and very deep ways, and its influence on the history of the subcontinent has been profound and far-reaching.
Explore the profound impact of the Partition on the subcontinent's history and people's lives. Reflect on the major importance of this event and its far-reaching influence.
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