When did India, Britain's most valuable possession, gain independence?
1945
1946
1947
1948
Answer
India gained independence from Britain in 1947 as part of a larger decolonisation movement. This movement saw Britain granting independence to most territories of the empire, marking a significant shift in global power dynamics.
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