In 1939, which Viceroy of India announced that India had entered the war along with Britain?

Correct option is C

The correct answer is: (C) Lord Linlithgow

In 1939, Lord Linlithgow, the Viceroy of India at the time, announced that India would be involved in World War II alongside Britain. This was done without consulting the Indian leaders, which led to widespread protests and dissatisfaction across India, as the country was not given a say in the decision.

Lord Linlithgow's decision to involve India in the war contributed to the Quit India Movement and the growing demand for Indian independence.

Other options :

• ​Lord Wavell was the Viceroy of India from 1943 to 1947. He is best known for convening the Wavell Plan in 1945.
• ​Lord Mountbatten served as the last Viceroy of India from 1947 until India’s independence in the same year.
• Lord Willingdon was the Viceroy of India from 1931 to 1936. He is known for his role in suppressing the Civil Disobedience Movement.​