The nationalist demand for a Constituent Assembly was for the first time conceded by the British Gov...........

Constitutional Law Introduction and Definition

The nationalist demand for a Constituent Assembly was for the first time conceded by the British Government, though indirectly and with reservations in the:

Cripps proposals

August Offer

Cabinet Mission Plan

Act of 1935

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Explanation:

- Option 1: Cripps Proposals

This was introduced in 1942 by Sir Stafford Cripps. It offered India dominion status after World War II but did not clearly concede the demand for a Constituent Assembly.

- Option 2: August Offer

Introduced in August 1940 during World War II. It promised to move towards self-government but only conceded the principle of giving Indians a role in deciding their constitution.

- Option 3: Cabinet Mission Plan

Came in 1946. It proposed a Constituent Assembly, and indirectly accepted India's desire for it.

- Option 4: Act of 1935

The Government of India Act of 1935 provided provincial autonomy but not a Constituent Assembly.

The correct answer is: Option 2: August Offer