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World War II in India

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Who declared India's entry into World War II?

Quaid-e-Azam
Mahatma Gandhi
Lord Linlithgow (correct)
Jawaharlal Nehru

Which of these countries was an Axis power during World War II?

Italy (correct)
USSR
Britain
India

What was the approximate number of Indian troops who participated in World War II?

250,000
2.5 million (correct)
25,000
25 million

Which organization viewed the Congress government's resignation as a 'Day of Deliverance'?

<p>The Muslim League (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Approximately how many deaths resulted from World War II?

<p>75 million (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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India's Entry into WWII

In 1939, Lord Linlithgow declared India's involvement in World War II without consulting Indian leaders.

Congress Response to WWII

Indian Congress leaders rejected alignment with Britain in WWII, calling for independence instead.

Indian Troops in WWII

2.5 million Indian soldiers fought in various campaigns including Italy and Africa during WWII.

Muslim League's Position

During WWII, the Muslim League grew closer to the British, viewing Congress's resignation positively.

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World War II Facts

A global conflict from 1939-1945 involving over 100 million soldiers, leading to 75 million deaths.