The first partition of Bengal took place in _____.

Correct option is B

The correct answer is: (b) 1905

Explanation:
• The first partition of Bengal was carried out by Lord Curzon in 1905.
• Bengal was divided into Eastern Bengal & Assam and Western Bengal.
• The move was seen as an attempt to divide and weaken the nationalist movement.

Information Booster:
• Date of implementation: 16 October 1905.
• Widespread protests led to the Swadeshi Movement.
• Partition was annulled in 1911 due to strong opposition.
• Calcutta ceased to be the capital in 1911, replaced by Delhi.