Which party announced "Direct Action Day" in British India?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
The correct answer is Option 3 - Muslim League
After withdrawing its support to the Cabinet Mission plan, the Muslim League decided on “Direct Action” for winning its Pakistan demand. It announced 16 August 1946 as “Direct Action Day”. On this day, riots broke out in Calcutta, lasting several days and leaving several thousand people dead. By March 1947 violence spread to many parts of northern India.