With reference to the proposals of Cripps Mission, consider the following statements: 1. The Constituent…
With reference to the proposals of Cripps Mission, consider the following statements: 1. The Constituent Assembly would have members nominated by the Provincial Assemblies as well as the Princely States. 2. Any Province, which is not prepared to accept the new Constitution would have the right to sign a separate agreement with Britain regarding its future status. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
1 only
2 only
Both 1 and 2
Neither 1 nor 2
Solution
1 incorrect: The Cripps proposal said Constituent Assembly would have members partly elected by Provincial Assemblies and partly nominated by Princely States (not all nominated). 2 correct: Provinces unwilling to join could sign separate agreements with Britain.