Question

Which British official was responsible for the partition of Bengal in 1905?

• A. Lord Minto
• B. Lord Lytton
• C. Lord Curzon
• D. Lord Ripon

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Lord Curzon

• The partition of Bengal was announced in July 1905 and implemented in October 1905. • This administrative decision was made by the Viceroy of India at the time, Lord Curzon.