Who was the prime minister of the United Kingdom when India became independent on 15 August 1947?
Clement Attlee was UK prime minister from 1945 to 1951, including at India’s independence in August 1947.
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Who was the prime minister of the United Kingdom when India became independent on 15 August 1947?
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Correct answer B
Clement Attlee was UK prime minister from 1945 to 1951, including at India’s independence in August 1947.
Option feedback
Option A
Churchill’s first premiership ended in 1945 and his second began in 1951.
Option B
Attlee was prime minister from 1945 to 1951.
Option C
Mountbatten was sent to oversee Britain’s withdrawal from India. Attlee held the office of UK prime minister.
Option D
Wilson first became prime minister in 1964.
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