Which of the following countries left the Commonwealth wealth on becoming Republic in 1948?
General Knowledge / World Demography — Multiple-choice practice
- A. Scotland
- B. Myanmar
- C. Pakistan
- D. Egypt
Correct answer
Myanmar
Explanation
Explanation Some states became independent and rejected membership, such as Burma (Myanmar) in 1948 . The Commonwealth was also beset by some members opting to withdraw from the organization, as did Ireland (1949), South Africa (1961), and Pakistan (1972), though both South Africa and Pakistan eventually rejoined (the former in 1994 and the latter in 1989).
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