The Making of the National Movement: 1870s--1947 — Social Studies STD 8 — Question
CBSE BoardEnglish MediumSTD 8Social StudiesThe Making of the National Movement: 1870s--19472 Marks
Question
Why was the Simon Commission sent to India? Why did Indians boycott it?
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Answer
The British government in England sent a Commission headed by Lord Simon in the year 1927 to decide India’s political future. As the Commission had no Indian representative, it was boycotted by all political groups. When the Commission arrived it met with demonstrations with banners saying ‘Simon Go Back’.
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