Question

With reference to the Gandhi — Irwin Pact, consider. The following statements:
1. It was signed in 1931.
2. Gandhi did not agree to suspend Civil Disobedience Movement.
3. Gandhi agreed to participate in second Round Table conference.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?

• A. Only 1 and 2
• B. Only 1 and 3
• C. Only 3
• D. All of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is B

Only 1 and 3

Gandhi-Irwin Pact was signed on 8^th March, 1931. As per this pact, Gandhi agreed to suspend the Civil Disobedience Movement and participate in the second Round Table conference but most of the leaders did not like this Pact. On 7^th September 1931, the second Round Table conference was held at London. Gandhi joined the conference on 12^th September, 1931.