The Partition of Bengal (1905) was justified by the British on the grounds of _____.

Correct option is B

The correct answer is (b) administrative convenience
Explanation:
· The British argued that Bengal was too large and difficult to manage as a single administrative unit.
· They claimed that dividing it would create manageable provinces and improve efficiency.
· The stated purpose was to ensure better revenue management, policing, and administrative functioning.
· The province had a large population and vast territory, which the British presented as justification for division.
· But beneath this claim was the intention to weaken the rising national movement.
· The division disrupted unity among people by separating them along linguistic and religious lines.
· The decision sparked widespread protests and marked a major turning point in political awakening.
· It eventually contributed to the launch of the Swadeshi Movement.
Information Booster:
· Bengal was divided into Eastern Bengal and Assam in the east and the remaining Bengal in the west.
· The partition was annulled in 1911 due to strong public resistance.
Additional Knowledge (Incorrect Options):
· Economic prosperity (Option a) – Not stated as a reason.
· Religious harmony (Option c) – The partition increased divisions, not harmony.
· Spread of education (Option d) – Not connected with the policy.