Flashcards on India's Contribution to World Wars

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Approximately how many Indian soldiers served in World War I?

1.3 million

Which side did India fight for in World War I?

Allies

How many Indian soldiers were estimated to have been killed or missing in WWI?

74,000

What was the primary role of Indian soldiers in World War II?

Infantry

India provided a key resource for the allied forces in WWII, mainly?

Soldiers

Which Indian leader during WWI supported the British with the hope of gaining self-governance?

Mahatma Gandhi

India's contribution to World War II included financial support worth how much?

Over £2 billion

Which corps was formed by Indian POWs to fight against the British in WWII?

Indian National Army (INA)

What was the naval uprising against British rule in 1946 primarily known as?

Royal Indian Navy Mutiny

In WWII, Indian troops were crucial in which 1941 battle?

Battle of El Alamein

During WWI, Indians fought in which major European battle?

Battle of the Somme

Indian soldiers were awarded how many Victoria Crosses during WWI?

11

What was the largest volunteer army in history, during WWII?

The British Indian Army

Which movement during WWII demanded the British to 'Quit India'?

The Quit India Movement

India's military contribution to WWII was critical in which Asian theater?

Burma Campaign

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The Royal Indian Navy Mutiny was an uprising against British rule in what year?



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