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Who had called for Direct Action Day?

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RRB NTPC 2019 CBT 1 Question Paper (8-Mar-2021) (Shift 2)
The correct answer is
Muhammad Ali Jinnah

Direct Action Day Leader Identified

The call for Direct Action Day was made by Muhammad Ali Jinnah, the leader of the All-India Muslim League.

Direct Action Day was observed on August 16, 1946. It was initiated by the Muslim League to assert their demand for a separate Muslim state (Pakistan) and protest against the British government's plans for the Indian constitution.

Key Points:

  • Leader: Muhammad Ali Jinnah
  • Organization: All-India Muslim League
  • Date: August 16, 1946
  • Objective: To demand Pakistan and protest constitutional proposals.

Therefore, Muhammad Ali Jinnah was the leader who called for Direct Action Day.

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