On what date was the Grand National Assembly of Türkiye (TBMM) officially inaugurated in Ankara, establishing a sovereign national government during the War of Independence?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. April 23, 1920
- Step 1: Following the British occupation of Istanbul and closure of the Ottoman parliament, patriotic deputies convened in Ankara on April 23, 1920.
- Step 2: The day is celebrated annually in Türkiye as National Sovereignty and Children's Day.
Answer
April 23, 1920.
Why not the others: 'May 19, 1919' marks Atatürk's landing at Samsun; 'October 29, 1923' is Republic Day; 'August 30, 1922' is Victory Day (Dumlupınar).
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