Partition of India

Definition

The Partition of India refers to the division of British India into two separate independent nations, India and Pakistan, in 1947. This division was based on religious lines, with predominantly Hindu India and Muslim-majority Pakistan.

Related terms

Hindu-Muslim Riots: Violent conflicts between Hindus and Muslims that occurred during and after the partition.

Indian National Congress: A political party in British India that played a crucial role in advocating for Indian independence from British rule.

Kashmir Conflict: A territorial dispute between India and Pakistan over the region of Kashmir, which has resulted in multiple wars and ongoing tensions between the two nations.