A Long and Illustrious History
What happened in Northern Ireland in 1972?
AThe Good Friday Agreement was signed by both sides
BDirect rule from Westminster was imposed after parliament was suspended ✓
CNorthern Ireland voted in a referendum to join the Irish Republic
DA peace deal was reached, ending the Troubles permanently
Explanation
In 1972, following escalating violence, the Northern Ireland Parliament was suspended and Northern Ireland was ruled directly by the UK government. This period is often called "Direct Rule".
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