Which one among the following districts of Eastern India held a referendum in 1947 to decide whether or not to join Pakistan?
- A. Sylhet ✓
- B. Goalpara
- C. Cachar
- D. Jalpaiguri
Correct Answer: A. Sylhet
Explanation
The Sylhet referendum was held on 6 July 1947 to decide whether the Sylhet district of Assam would remain in India or join East Bengal (Pakistan).
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