​Indian Independence Act of 1947

The 3rd June Plan was given effect by the Indian Independence Act, 1947. The Bill was introduced in the British parliament on 4th July, 1947, and on 18th July received the royal assent.

  • India had won her freedom but the price had been partition. The dominion of Pakistan was inaugurated in Karachi on 14th August 1947.
  • At midnight of 15th August 1947, as the clock struck 12, India became free. Nehru proclaimed it to be the nation with his famous ‘Tryst with destiny’ speech.
  • On the morning of 15th August 1947, Lord Mountbatten was sworn in as Governor General and he ....
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