Question

Q. With reference to Round Table Conferences, which of the following statement(s) is/are correct?

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

• A. 1 and 3 only
• B. 2 and 3 only
• C. 3 only
• D. 1, 2 and 3

Answer 1

The correct option is A 1 and 3 only

Explanation:

• Statement 1 is correct: The Round Table Conference was the meeting to discuss the implications of the Simon Commission’s Report which discussed the workings of the Government of India Act, 1919 and the issue of dyarchy in provinces.
• Statement 2 is incorrect: The Indian National Congress had participated in the Second Round Table Conference. It was represented by Mahatma Gandhi.
• Statement 3 is correct: The Round Table Conferences ended with the McDonald’s announcement of setting up of Consultative Committee; Communal Award; and setting up of two Muslim majority provinces under NWFP and Sindh.