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

Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, the founding leader of Bangladesh, proposed a six-point plan in 1966 to grant East Pakistan (now Bangladesh) increased autonomy.

Additional Context:

• The Six-Point Movement served as the bedrock of the Bangladesh independence movement.
• It called for a federal parliamentary system and enhanced provincial self-governance.
• The Pakistani government imprisoned Sheikh Mujib as a consequence.
• This ultimately paved the way for the Bangladesh Liberation War in 1971.
• Following independence, Sheikh Mujib became the inaugural President of Bangladesh.

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