The 'Noakhali riots' occurred in the year: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The 'Noakhali riots' occurred in the year:
A. 1947
B. 1944
C. 1945
D. 1946
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The Noakhali riots took place in October 1946 in Bengal, with widespread communal violence.

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A. Mahadev Govind Ranade
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C. Gopal Krishna Gokhale
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Correct Answer: Option B


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