What happened in Nicosia in October 1931?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. Protests over taxes and political demands led to the burning of Government House
- Step 1: In 1931 many Greek Cypriots were angry about a new tax law and the lack of representation. Step 2. Demonstrations turned violent and Government House, the British governor's residence, was burned. Answer: Protests over taxes and political demands led to the burning of Government House. Why not the others: There was no independence referendum, no peace treaty and no sultan's constitution in 1931.
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