Which united federation of Indonesian political parties, formed in May 1939 under the leadership of M.H. Thamrin, campaigned under the nationwide slogan 'Indonesia Berparlemen' (A Parliament for Indonesia)?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. Gabungan Politik Indonesia (GAPI)
- Step 1: GAPI was founded in 1939 uniting parties including Parindra, Gerindo, and Pasundan. Step 2. It demanded the creation of a full democratic parliament elected by and for Indonesians (Indonesia Berparlemen) to stand alongside the Netherlands against fascism. Answer: Gabungan Politik Indonesia (GAPI). Why not the others: PPPKI was formed earlier in 1927 by Sukarno.
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