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Direct Action Day 1946 and Partition of India

Direct Action Day on August 16, 1946, profoundly reshaped the trajectory of India's independence, leading to Partition. The events, intended as peaceful, were marked by orchestrated violence against Hindus, exposing deep religious divides. This pivotal day set the course for creating Pakistan, igniting lasting impacts on regional and global stability.