1930 Dhaka riots

The 1930 Dhaka riots, also known as the Dhaka communal riots, were violent confrontations that erupted in Dhaka, Bengal, during the 27th of February to 2 March 1930. The riots were primarily rooted in rising communal tensions between the Hindu and Muslim communities, exacerbated by socio-economic disparities and political grievances during British colonial rule. Sparked by a disagreement over the construction of a Hindu temple in a Muslim-majority area, the violence quickly escalated, leading to widespread riots, property destruction, and loss of life. The events highlighted the fragility of communal harmony in colonial India and served to foreshadow the growing sectarian divisions in the lead-up to India's independence and partition. The riots prompted investigations and highlighted the urgent need for addressing communal issues in Indian society.