Q. In 1943, Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose proclaimed the formation of the Provisional Government of Independent India (Azad Hind) in
(a) Rangoon
(b) Tokyo
(c) Singapore
(d) Vienna.
Ans: (c) Singapore
Explanation: The correct answer is (c) Singapore.
In 1943, Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose proclaimed the formation of the Provisional Government of Independent India, also known as Azad Hind (Free India), in Singapore. Netaji Bose had established the Indian National Army (INA) with the support of the Japanese during World War II, and the proclamation of the Provisional Government was a significant step towards achieving independence from British colonial rule.
Under the leadership of Netaji Bose, the Provisional Government of Azad Hind aimed to mobilize Indians in Southeast Asia and other parts of the world to fight against British rule in India. It sought support from the Axis powers, primarily Japan and Germany, to liberate India from British control.
Singapore was chosen as the headquarters of the Provisional Government, and Netaji Bose was appointed as the Head of State and Prime Minister. The Azad Hind government established various institutions and administrative bodies to govern the territories under its control, including the Indian National Army, which played a significant role in the subsequent battles in Southeast Asia.
