The partition of Bengal was announced in 1905 by which Viceroy? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The partition of Bengal was announced in 1905 by which Viceroy?
A. Lord Chelmsford
B. Lord Hardinge
C. Lord Curzon
D. Lord Minto
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Lord Curzon, the then Viceroy of India, announced the partition of Bengal on 20 July 1905, which came into effect on 16 October 1905. The partition was annulled in 1911.

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