Myanmar's Independence Struggle
- 1. Myanmar's independence struggle dates back to the 19th century when the country was colonized by the British. Over the years, various movements and uprisings were held to resist colonial rule and fight for independence. Aung San, a key figure in Myanmar's struggle for independence, played a crucial role in negotiating with the British government to achieve independence. After a long and challenging journey, Myanmar finally gained independence on January 4, 1948. The road to independence was paved with sacrifices, determination, and relentless efforts of the people of Myanmar who strived for a sovereign nation free from foreign rule.
When did Myanmar gain independence from British colonial rule?
A) 1950
B) 1962
C) 1975
D) 1948
- 2. Who was the first Prime Minister of independent Myanmar?
A) Aung San
B) General Ne Win
C) Suu Kyi
D) U Nu
- 3. Which iconic nationalist leader was assassinated in 1947, just months before Myanmar gained independence?
A) Aung San
B) U Nu
C) Suu Kyi
D) General Ne Win
- 4. Which international body recognized Myanmar as an independent sovereign state in 1948?
A) ASEAN
B) World Trade Organization
C) European Union
D) United Nations
- 5. Which Nobel laureate and political figure emerged as a prominent voice for democracy in Myanmar during the late 20th century?
A) General Ne Win
B) Aung San
C) Aung San Suu Kyi
D) U Nu
- 6. What was the official name of Myanmar before gaining independence?
A) Myanmar
B) Shan
C) Rakhine
D) Burma
- 7. What popular movement in Myanmar aimed to bring about political reform and was named after the vast collection of Buddhist monks involved?
A) Saffron Revolution
B) Tamarind Revolution
C) Ruby Revolution
D) Emerald Revolution
- 8. What was the outcome of the 1990 general elections in Myanmar that brought international attention to the country's democratic aspirations?
A) Declaration of emergency rule
B) Landslide victory for the National League for Democracy
C) Creation of a new constitution
D) Military coup d'état
- 9. Which country has been a key ally of Myanmar's military regime in the face of international criticism?
A) South Korea
B) India
C) China
D) Japan
- 10. Which organization was founded by Aung San Suu Kyi to promote democracy and human rights in Myanmar?
A) Tatmadaw
B) National League for Democracy
C) State Peace and Development Council
D) Arakan Rohingya Salvation Army
- 11. Which neighboring country of Myanmar was also colonized by the British?
A) Bangladesh
B) China
C) Thailand
D) India
- 12. What is the name of the minority ethnic group that has been in conflict with the central government of Myanmar for decades?
A) Kachin
B) Shan
C) Karen
D) Bamar
- 13. Where did the student protests against the military regime in 1988 start?
A) Rangoon (Yangon)
B) Naypyidaw
C) Hanoi
D) Mandalay
- 14. What was the name of the military regime that ruled Myanmar from 1962 to 2011?
A) State Law and Order Restoration Council (SLORC)
B) Asian National Liberation Front (ANLF)
C) Federal Republic of Burma (FRB)
D) United Wa State Army (UWSA)
- 15. What is the capital city of Myanmar?
A) Mandalay
B) Bagan
C) Naypyidaw
D) Yangon
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