Question

When did Subhash Chandra Bose set up the Provisional Government of Free India?
a.21 October 1943
b.18 August 1943
c.23 July 1943
d.24 September 1943

Answer 1

Hint: The provisional Government of Free India is also known as Azad Hind. It was established after Japan occupied Singapore during World War II. The day was celebrated as the greatest day in the Indian history as Azad Hind.

Complete Step by Step Answer: Let’s take a look at the different options given above one by one.

a.21 October 1943 – 21 October, 1943 was celebrated as the greatest day in Indian history as Azad Hind. On this day, Dr. Bose announced the formation of the Provisional Government of Free India. It was established by Indian nationalists in exile during World War II in Singapore with military, monetary and political support from Japan. However, it is the correct answer.

b.18 August 1943 – At this time, he was in the middle of World War II. However, it is an incorrect option.

c.23 July 1943 – Dr. Subhash Chandra Bose arrived in Tokyo on 13 June and declared his assault against the eastern provinces of India to weaken the British. He arrived in Singapore on 2 July. As Azad Hind was established in October, however, it is an incorrect option.

d. 24 September 1943 – at this time, Dr. Subhash Chandra Bose was busy in World War II as he was the commander-in-chief in INA. However, it is an incorrect answer.

Note - INA was declared to be the army of Azad Hind. It is also known as Azad Hind Fauz which was established by Dr. Subhash Chandra Bose. INA was originally founded by Captain Mohan Singh.