At the time of partition who was the Viceroy of India?

Lord Mountbatten, the last Viceroy of India, oversaw the 1947 partition, facilitating the creation of Pakistan and India. Studying his role highlights the complexities of partition, the challenges of managing communal tensions, and its impact on South Asian history. It also offers insights into how colonial decisions shaped nations, providing lessons on diplomacy and fairness in handling post-colonial transitions to ensure stability.