Q. With reference to the Non-Cooperation Movement, which of the following statement(s) is/are incorrect?
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Explanation:
Statement 1 is incorrect: In the backdrop of the Khilafat Movement, the Non-Cooperation movement received significant support from the Muslim community. Due to the efforts of Hakim Ajmal Khan, Mohammad Ali, Maulana Azad, and Hasrat Mohani, the Muslim League supported Congress’ stand as well.
Statement 2 is incorrect: To ensure strong cadre level support of the masses and to mobilize greater participation of the public, the Provincial Congress Committees were organized on a linguistic basis, not a religious basis. Ward committees were also organized and the entry fee was reduced to 4 annas.
Statement 3 is correct: The draconian ‘Anarchical and Revolutionary Crimes Act, 1919’ also known as Rowlatt Act was repealed on the recommendation of the Repressive Laws Committee in March 1922 while the Congress Working Committee met at Bardoli in February 1922 after the incident of Chauri Chaura, and resolved to stop all activity that led to breaking of law & to get down to constructive work instead.