The Partition of Bengal was cancelled in which year?

A : 1906
B : 1909
C : 1911
D : 1913
General Knowledge
Modern India (National Movement )
National movement (1885 - 1919)
Topic 4
Partition of Bengal and the Swadeshi Boycott Movement
Answer
Option 3 : 1911
Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e 1911.

Key Points 

  • The Bengal was partitioned in 1905.
    • It was partitioned by Lord Curzon.
    • Partition was announced on 20th July 1905.
    • The Bengal partition came into effect on 16th October 1905.
    • Partition of Bengal was a part of executing divide and rule policy in India by the British.
    • Swadeshi movement was one of the main protests against the partition of Bengal.
  • The Partition of Bengal was canceled in 1911.
    • It was canceled by Lord Hardinge II.
  • Bengal was partitioned for the second time in 1947 as a part of the Partition of India.