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The Partition of India: A Tragic Event in World History
The partition of India in 1947 was one of the most painful and devastating events of the 20th century. As the British withdrew from the Indian subcontinent after nearly 200 years of colonial rule, they divided the territory into two independent nations - Hindu-majority India and Muslim-majority Pakistan.
This video examines the complex historical, political and social factors that led to the partition, including rising religious nationalism, the failure of the Indian independence movement to reconcile Hindu-Muslim differences, and the hasty manner in which the British executed the division.
The human toll of partition was immense, with estimates of up to 2 million people killed in the accompanying violence and 14 million displaced as they crossed the newly formed borders based on religious identity. The legacy of partition continues to shape India-Pakistan relations to this day.
Join us as we reflect on this seminal event in world history and draw important lessons about the dangers of religious intolerance, diversity challenges, and colonialism's long-term impacts. By understanding India's partition, we gain insights into forces that continue to shape our world and threaten social cohesion in many countries. #upsc #ias #thestudy #upsc2024 #upsc2025 #manikantsingh #upsc #ias #thestudy #upsc2024 #upsc2025 #manikantsingh #facts