Home > General Knowledge > Indian History > General Knowledge > World HistoryWhat year did India gain independence from British rule?A. 1942 B. 1945 C. 1947 D. 1950Answer: 1947Additional Information: India gained independence on August 15, 1947. Subjects: Indian History, General Knowledge, World History, General KnowledgeRelated MCQsWho is known as the ‘Father of the Indian Navy’?Who was the first Indian to win a Nobel Prize?What significant event started the Protestant Reformation?What significant event began in 1492 with Christopher Columbus?Which Indian river is known as the ‘Holy River’?Which Indian state is known for its folk dance Bhangra?Which treaty ended the First Anglo-Sikh War?Which ancient city is known for the Hanging Gardens?Who wrote the Indian national anthem?Which event marked the beginning of the Indian National Movement?Which Indian festival is known as the ‘Festival of Lights’?Who introduced the ‘Doctrine of Lapse’ during British rule in India?What ancient civilization is credited with the creation of the wheel?Who is the famous Indian actress known as the ‘Queen of Bollywood’?Which treaty marked the end of the First Anglo-Sikh War?