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Which historical event significantly shaped the socio-political landscape of East.
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- A. The Partition of India
- B. The Indo-pakistani War of 1965
- C. The Bangladesh Liberation War
- D. The Soviet-afghan War
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correct Answer ( C )
The independence of Bangladesh in 1971 was a direct consequence of the Liberation War of 1971 , rooted in deep socio-political differences and grievances between East and West pakistan , the East felt politically marginalized and economically exploited within the Pakistani federation and the lack of equitable representation, cultural insensitivity and systematic suppression of Bengali language and identity fuelled widespread discontent . The events of 1971, including the military crackdown on Bengali civilians and the ensuing war , ultimately led to the se