Q. In October 1943, Subhash Chandra Bose set up a provisional government of free India which was recognized by how many countries including Japan ?

Correct Answer: d) 9

Explanation: In October 1943, Subhash Chandra Bose established the Provisional Government of Free India (Azad Hind Government) in Singapore. This government was recognized by 9 countries, including Japan. The countries that recognized the Azad Hind Government were:

1. Japan

2. Germany

3. Italy

4. Thailand

5. Burma (now Myanmar)

6. Croatia

7. Philippines

8. Manchukuo (a puppet state of Japan in Manchuria)

9. Nanking China (a Japanese-controlled government in China)