The 'Direct Action Day' called by the Muslim League on 16 August 1946 resulted in riots in which city? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The 'Direct Action Day' called by the Muslim League on 16 August 1946 resulted in riots in which city?
A. Bombay
B. Lahore
C. Delhi
D. Calcutta
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
The Direct Action Day led to the Great Calcutta Killings in August 1946.

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