Question

22. During the colonial period in India, what was the purpose of the Whitley Commission?

• A. (a) To review the fitness of India for further political reforms
• B. (b) To report on existing conditions of labour and to make recommendations
• C. (c) To draw up a plan for financial reforms for India
• D. (d) To develop a comprehensive scheme for Civil Services in India

Answer 1

The correct option is B

(b) To report on existing conditions of labour and to make recommendations

(B)

Whitley chaired the Royal Commission on Labour in India, which reported in 1931.