Correct Answer:
C. 16 Dec 1971
Correct answer: 16 Dec 1971. Dhaka fell on 16 December 1971, when the Pakistani forces in the East surrendered, and Bangladesh became independent.
Background: The war between Pakistan and India in December 1971 led to the separation of East Pakistan.
- 14 Dec 1971: 14 December 1971 is not the date.
- 15 Dec 1971: 15 December 1971 is not the date.
- 17 Dec 1971: 17 December 1971 is not the date.
Did you know? Bangladesh celebrates 16 December as Victory Day.
Memory trick: 16 December 1971.