The Indian Independence Act was passed by the British Parliament on which date? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The Indian Independence Act was passed by the British Parliament on which date?
A. 18 July 1947
B. 26 January 1947
C. 15 August 1947
D. 3 June 1947
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
The Indian Independence Act was passed on 18 July 1947 and received royal assent on the same day. It partitioned British India into two independent dominions, India and Pakistan, effective from 15 August 1947.

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