Explanation

• Lord Curzon was the Viceroy of India when the Partition of Bengal was announced in 1905.
• The decision divided Bengal into Eastern Bengal and Assam and Bengal Province.
• It faced strong opposition from the Indian National Congress and many Hindu groups.

Additional information:

• Partition announced: 20 July 1905
• Implemented: 16 October 1905
• Revoked: December 1911
• Announced by: King George V at Delhi Durbar

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Explanation

• Established: 31 December 1600
• It was an English joint-stock company formed for trade with Asia.

Additional information:

• Ceased operations: 1 June 1874; 149 years ago
• Headquarters: London, United Kingdom
• Founder figures: Thomas Smythe, John Watts
• Charter granted by: Queen Elizabeth I

Last verified on 24-06-2026

Explanation

• Name: Harry S. Truman
• Country: United States of America
• Presidency: 1945 – 1953
• Pakistan creation: 14 August 1947
• War period context: Post World War II / Early Cold War

Last verified on 23-06-2026

Explanation

• The Mongols under Hulagu Khan ended the Abbasid Caliphate in 1258 AD by capturing Baghdad, Iraq.
• He was a grandson of Genghis Khan.
• Last Abbasid Caliph: Al-Musta'sim Billah (1242–1258)
• Abbasid Caliphate duration: 750–1258 AD

Last verified on 23-06-2026

Explanation

• First Battle of Panipat: 21 April 1526
• Fought Between: Babur Vs Lodi
• Won by: Babur

Additional information:

• Second Battle of Panipat: November 5, 1556
• Fought Between: Hemu Vs Akbar
• Won by: Akbar
• Third Battle of Panipat: 14 January 1761
• Fought Between: Abdali Vs Marathas
• Won by: Abdali

Last verified on 20-06-2026