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Read the passage carefully and answer the following questions:

Independence Day is our national festival. It is celebrated every year on 15th August. The Prime Minister of India hoists the national flag at Red Fort on this day. He also addresses the nation. This festival is celebrated because our country, India, became independent on 15th August 1947 from British rule.

When did India become independent?

A) 15th August 1949

B) 26th January 1947

C) 15th August 1947

D) 26th January 1950