Question

In 1966, who made the six-point proposal for the greater autonomy of East Pakistan?

• A. Jawaharlal Nehru
• B. Sheikh Mujib-ur-Rahman
• C. General Yahya Khan
• D. Zulfikar Ali Bhutto

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

The six-point proposal for greater autonomy of East Pakistan (now Bangladesh) in 1966 was made by Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, the founding leader of Bangladesh.

Additional Context:

• The Six-Point Movement became the foundation for Bangladesh's independence movement
• Demanded federal parliamentary government and greater provincial autonomy
• Led to Sheikh Mujib's imprisonment by the Pakistani government
• Ultimately contributed to the Bangladesh Liberation War in 1971
• Sheikh Mujib later became the first President of independent Bangladesh

Correct Answer: (2) Sheikh Mujib-ur-Rahman

Answer 2

• Sheikh Mujib-ur-Rahman made the six-point proposal in 1966.
• The proposal demanded greater autonomy for East Pakistan.
• It addressed political and economic disparities between East and West Pakistan.
• This movement became the foundation for East Pakistan's independence struggle.

The correct answer is (B): Sheikh Mujib-ur-Rahman