What was the impact of partition of 1947 on the country?
India was divided into india and Pakistan. This partition was done on communal basis, which led to large scale violence and Muslim displacement. At the time of partition, properties, resources, and industries were divided between india and Pakistan. This caused a severe setback to the indian economy. Important trade centers such as Lahore, Karachi and Rawalpindi went to Pakistan.
At the same time, due to the partition, trade routes were disrupted and many industries had to be closed. Heavy losses were especially suffered in areas like Punjab and Bengal, which were most affected by the partition. During the partition, the reserve bank of india had to issue new currency to Pakistan, which led to a currency crisis.
Social and human crisis
Due to the division of india into two different countries, millions of people were displaced from here. There was large scale migration between the two countries, which resulted in huge loss of property and life. At the time of partition, there was widespread communal violence, which led to huge loss of human life and property. This gave rise to tension and instability in the society. A large number of refugees came to india, the government faced huge challenges in settling them and providing them means of livelihood.
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