BPUPKI

What does BPUPKI stand for?

• The Indonesian Independence Movement

• The Preparatory Committee for Indonesian Independence

• The Investigating Committee for Preparatory Work for Independence

• The Indonesian National Congress

When was BPUPKI formed?

• March 1, 1942

• March 1, 1945

• June 1, 1945

• July 10, 1945

Who was the chairman of BPUPKI?

• Panji Suroso

• Mohammad Yamin

• Soekarno

• Radjiman Wedyodiningrat

What did BPUPKI encourage its members to do at the end of the session?

• To write a constitution for Indonesia

• To discuss their views and hear opinions from the people in their hometowns

• To promote Japanese culture in Indonesia

• To form a new committee for Indonesian independence

What was the main goal of BPUPKI?

• To investigate and prepare all administration works for Indonesia's independence

• To establish Indonesia as a colony under Japanese rule

• To negotiate with the Dutch for independence

• To promote cultural diversity in Indonesia

When did the first plenary meeting of BPUPKI take place?

• May 29 to June 1, 1945

• July 10 to July 17, 1945

• June 1, 1945

• March 1, 1945

Who were the three significant members of BPUPKI who stated their political philosophy in the first plenary meeting?

• Mohammad Yamin, Panji Suroso, and Radjiman Wedyodiningrat

• Ki Hadjar Dewantara, Soekarno, and Soepomo

• Mohammad Hatta, A.K. Gani, and Abikusno Tjokrosujoso

• Soekarno, Soepomo, and Mohammad Yamin

What was outlined by Soekarno in his famous speech on June 1, 1945?

• The Indonesian Constitution

• The Declaration of Independence

• The Pancasila - five principles for the new state's ideology

• The Bill of Rights

Why were Islamic leaders worried about Pancasila?

• They were concerned it would not represent Indonesia's diverse cultures.

• They feared their interests would not be protected under it.

• They wanted a different leader for BPUPKI.

• They were worried about Japanese influence.

What did the sub-committee of Nine members or panitia sembilan, discuss?

• Indonesia's cultural heritage

• The issues that emerged during the BPUPKI session

• Japanese military strategies

• Indonesia's natural resources