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Download Solution PDFChronologically arrange the following political events related to Indian National Movement beginning from the earliest
1.Formation of Swaraj Party
2.Communal Award
3.Lucknow Pact
4.Simla Conference
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Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is 3, 1, 2, 4.
Key Points
- The correct chronological order is: Lucknow Pact (1916), Formation of Swaraj Party (1923), Communal Award (1932), and Simla Conference (1945).
- Lucknow Pact (1916): A significant agreement between the Indian National Congress and the All India Muslim League during the Indian freedom struggle, focusing on mutual cooperation against British colonial rule.
- Formation of Swaraj Party (1923): A political party founded by C.R. Das and Motilal Nehru to achieve self-rule and legislative reforms through constitutional means after the withdrawal of the Non-Cooperation Movement.
- Communal Award (1932): Announced by British PM Ramsay MacDonald, it provided separate electorates for minorities, including Dalits, and was opposed by Mahatma Gandhi.
- Simla Conference (1945): Convened by Lord Wavell to discuss India’s constitutional future and ensure Indian participation in governance during World War II.
Additional Information
- Lucknow Pact (1916):
- The pact marked the first significant unity between Hindus and Muslims during the freedom struggle.
- It demanded self-governance and greater representation for Indians in administrative roles.
- Swaraj Party:
- Also known as the Congress-Khilafat Swaraj Party, it advocated for greater legislative participation to oppose colonial policies.
- The party played a key role in voicing Indian grievances during legislative debates.
- Communal Award (1932):
- It created divisions among Indians by introducing separate electorates for various communities, including Scheduled Castes.
- It led to the Poona Pact (1932) between Mahatma Gandhi and Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, where Dalits agreed to joint electorates with reserved seats.
- Simla Conference:
- The conference aimed to discuss a formula for Indian self-rule and the inclusion of Indian leaders in the Viceroy's Executive Council.
- It failed due to the disagreement between the Indian National Congress and the Muslim League over representation.
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