​Attlee’s Announcement (1947)

On 20th Feb. 1947, Attlee announced to transfer the power to Indians by June 1948.

  • Attlee announced in parliament that the government’s definite intention was to transfer power into responsible Indian hands by a date not later than June 1948.
  • This was followed by a near chaotic condition in the country as the League resorted to unabashed violence in Calcutta, Assam, Punjab and the North West Frontier Province (NWFP).
  • Attlee also announced the appointment of Lord Mountbatten as viceroy in place of Wavell. He would be sent with a definite plan and full power to effect the transfer.
  • Lord Mountbatten, the ....
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