WBCS.LIVE practice question

Consider the following statements regarding the Simon Commission: 1. It was appointed in 1927 to review the working of the Government of India Act, 1919. 2. It consisted of seven members, including one Indian representative. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. 1 only
  2. 2 only
  3. Both 1 and 2
  4. Neither 1 nor 2

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: 1 only

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: A) 1 only šŸ“š Explanation: The Simon Commission was an all-white commission with no Indian members, which led to a nationwide boycott and the slogan "Simon Go Back." It was sent to evaluate the constitutional reforms of 1919 and suggest further changes. The exclusion of Indians was seen as a deliberate insult to the self-respect of the Indian people, uniting various political factions in opposition.