Why was India divided into two different countries when it won independence from Britain?(1 point)

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The British government wanted to create a new trading partner.
The British government wanted to create a new trading partner.

Religious differences between Hindus and Muslims led to political tensions.
Religious differences between Hindus and Muslims led to political tensions.

Indian leaders were divided on the issue of democracy versus monarchy.
Indian leaders were divided on the issue of democracy versus monarchy.

The United Nations mandated the creation of two separate countries.

Answer 1

Religious differences between Hindus and Muslims led to political tensions.