Somalia's independence is associated with which year?

Correct answer: 1960

The direct answer is A: Somalia’s independence is associated with 1960. To solve a year question, compare the historical event with each date instead of choosing a familiar-looking number. Somalia was formed through the union of the former British Somaliland, which became independent in June 1960, and the former Italian Somaliland, which became independent in July 1960. The new Somali Republic was established in 1960. Option A is correct. B, 1948, is associated with major events such as the creation of Israel and the aftermath of partition in South Asia, not Somali independence. C, 1956, is associated with independence dates for some African and Asian countries, including Sudan and Morocco, but not Somalia’s main independence year. D, 1971, is associated with the independence of Bangladesh, not Somalia. The wording says “associated with,” so 1960 is the standard exam answer. Memory cue: Somalia joined the large wave of African decolonization around 1960.