Answer:
The British followed the policy of Divide and rule because they realized that the unity of the Hindus and Muslims was potentially dangerous for them. They made the Muslims believe that they should safeguard their interests because the Congress was dominated by Hindus. They encouraged the Muslims to start a separate organisation. Also, the partition of Bengal strengthened communal differences. Thus, the Muslim League was formed on December30th, 1906 at Dacca under the leadership of Nawab Salimullah Khan. They supported the partition of Bengal and wanted to safeguard the interests and rights of the Muslims. They put forward their demands to the British government. They wanted separate electorates for the Muslims.
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