Question

Which of the following points were included in the charter presented by the Indian National Congress to Viceroy Lord Irwin?

• A. Release of all political prisoners.
• B. Abolishment of salt tax.
• C. Reduction of army and civil services expenses by 50%.
• D. Granting independence to India immediately.

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (B), (C)

Reduction of army and civil services expenses by 50%.

After the Congress session of Lahore, Gandhiji was given the responsibility to lead the fight against the British. He presented a charter of demands to the Viceroy Lord Irwin with an ultimatum. The Charter included the demands like- Reduce army and civil services expenses by 50%, introduce total prohibition of intoxicants, release all political prisoners, reduce land revenue by 50% and abolish salt tax.