Answer
1941 AD to 1950 AD
Explanation
The 20th century starts in 1901. A decade is a period of 10 years. So, the first decade is 1901-1910. Calculating this way, the fifth decade spans from 1941 AD to 1950 AD. India's independence (1947) was achieved in this fifth decade.
Key Points
- > 1 Decade = 10 years.
- > 1 Century = 100 years.
- > 1st decade of 20th century: 1901 - 1910 AD.
- > 8th decade of 20th century: 1971 - 1980 AD.
- > Last decade of 20th century: 1991 - 2000 AD.
- > First half of 20th century: 1901 - 1950 AD.
- > Second half of 20th century: 1951 - 2000 AD.
Additional Information
Decade Division of the 20th Century
| Decade | Period (AD) | Important Historical Event (Context of India) |
|---|---|---|
| 1st Decade | 1901-1910 | Partition of Bengal (1905) |
| 5th Decade | 1941-1950 | Quit India Movement (1942), Independence (1947) |
| 8th Decade | 1971-1980 | Liberation War of Bangladesh (1971) |
| Last Decade | 1991-2000 | Economic Liberalisation in India (1991) |
Memory Tips
- Formula to find the end year: (Decade Number \( \times \) 10). Fifth decade ends in 50. So, it is 1941 to 1950.