Question

Consider the following statements:

1. In the First Round Table Conference, Dr. Ambedkar demanded separate electorates for the depressed classes.
2. In the Poona Act, special provisions for the representation of the depressed people in the local bodies and civil services were made.
3. The Indian National Congress did not take part in the Third Round Table Conference.

Which of the statements given above is/ are correct?

Options

• a and b

• b and c

• a and c

• a, b and c

Answer 1

a and c

Explanation:

(i) Dr. Ambedkar demanded separate electorates for the oppressed classes at the First Round Table Conference.

(ii) The Third Round Table Conference was not attended by the Indian National Congress.