The safety valve theory was used in the context of
1. Carrot and Stick policy of the Morley Minto reforms
2. Role of A.O.Hume in the formation of the Indian National Congress
Which of the above is / are correct?
A
1 only
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B
2 only
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C
Both 1 and 2
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D
Neither 1 and 2
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Solution
The correct option is B 2 only <!--td {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}-->
The safety valve theory was used in the context of role of A.O.Hume in the formation of the Indian National Congress. He was supposed to observe the activities of Congress and see to it that INC would work as a buffer organization, or in other words, it would work as a safety-valve for pent up Indian frustrations.