The Bangladesh Liberation War took place in 1971, resulting in the independence of Bangladesh from Pakistan. The conflict arose from political, economic, and cultural disparities between the eastern and western regions of Pakistan. The war began on March 26, 1971, when the Pakistani military launched a crackdown on the Bengali population, leading to widespread violence and human rights violations. The war lasted for about nine months and involved significant international attention and support for the Bengali cause. On December 16, 1971, the Pakistani forces surrendered, and Bangladesh was officially declared an independent nation. The conflict resulted in millions of deaths and a massive refugee crisis.