Where was Mahatma Gandhi during independence day celebration on 15th August 1947?

Correct option is B

The correct answer is (b) Kolkata.

On 15th August 1947, when India achieved independence, Mahatma Gandhi was not present in Delhi for the official celebrations. Instead, he was in Kolkata (Calcutta), where he was working to calm communal tensions between Hindus and Muslims. Gandhi was deeply troubled by the violence that erupted due to the partition of India and focused on peace efforts rather than joining the celebrations.

Information Booster:

• Partition and Gandhi's Role: Gandhi was in Kolkata because he wanted to address the widespread violence and ensure that peace prevailed during the partition.
• Gandhi's Focus: He was committed to resolving the communal violence and focused his efforts on non-violent resistance during that period.
• Not in Delhi: Gandhi’s absence from the celebrations in Delhi highlighted his sorrow over the division of the country.