Consider the following statements about Simon Commission:
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Lord Chelmsford, the Viceroy of India was responsible for appointment of this commission.
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It was boycotted by the Congress, Liberal Federation, by the Indian Industrial and Commercial Congress, the Hindu Mahasabha, the Muslim League.
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The protest against this Commission was non violent in nature.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
1 and 3 only
Incorrect Answer2 and 3 only
Correct Answer1, 2 and 3
Incorrect AnswerExplanation:
Simon Commission, also called the Indian Statutory Commission, was a 7-member committee organized under the guidance of Sir John Simon. India was Britain’s most significant possession, which is why this commission was put together by the British High Commission to study the reasons for the underperformance of India’s constitutional reforms.
The Simon Commission arrived in British India in 1928 to explore constitutional reform in Britain’s biggest and most important residency. Clement Attlee was one of the members of this Commission who became the future head of the Labour Party and became resolute in self-government for India. This article will highlight details about the Simon Commission Report 1927, its history, and impact on our nation.
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By: Kamal Kashyap