The 'Komagata Maru' incident of 1914 is associated with which issue?
A. Indian immigration to Canada
B. Indian students in Britain
C. Indian labourers in South Africa
D. Indian soldiers in World War I
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The Komagata Maru was a Japanese steamship chartered to carry Indian immigrants to Canada. In 1914, the ship was denied entry at Vancouver, and it was forced to return to India, where a clash with police resulted in deaths.
Explanation:
The Muslim League observed 'Direct Action Day' on August 16, 1946, to press for the demand for Pakistan. It led to widespread communal violence in Calcutta.
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