The 'Attlee Declaration' announced the British intention to transfer power by:
A. March 1947
B. January 1948
C. August 1947
D. June 1948
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
The Attlee Declaration of February 1947 announced that the British would transfer power to India by June 1948. This set the stage for the Mountbatten Plan.
Explanation:
In 1696, the British obtained permission from the Mughal Emperor Muhammad Shah to fortify their settlement at Calcutta. This led to the construction of Fort William.
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