Consider the following statements : The Cripps Proposals include the provision for
1. Full independence for India.
2. Creation of Constitution-making body.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A
1 only
B
2 only
C
Both 1 and 2
D
Neither 1 nor 2
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation
1. The Cripps Proposals (March 1942) offered Dominion Status to India after the war, not full independence. Therefore, statement 1 is incorrect.
2. The proposals included the creation of a Constitution-making body composed of elected representatives from British India and nominees from princely states after the conclusion of World War II. Therefore, statement 2 is correct.