History · Rise of Indian Nationalism
UGC NET December 2013 History
Who said in 1904 that 'Bengal United is a power', 'Bengal divided will pull in several different ways'?
ALord Curzon
BHerbert Risley ✓ Correct
CLord Minto
DSir Lancelot Hare
Correct answer: (B) Herbert Risley — Herbert Risley said these words, so the answer is Herbert Risley.
Explanation
★Herbert Risley said these words, so the answer is Herbert Risley.
★He was the Home Secretary to the Government of India in 1904.
★His words plainly stated the aim behind the partition of Bengal.
★The aim was to weaken Bengal by dividing its people.
★This was the policy of divide and rule.
★The partition of Bengal was carried out in 1905 under Lord Curzon.
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