With reference to the British colonial rule in India, consider the following statements: (2019)1. Mahatma Gandhi was instrumental in the abolition of the system of ‘indentured labour’.2. In Lord Chelmsford’s War Conference, Mahatma Gandhi did not support the resolution on recruiting Indians for World War.3. Consequent upon the breaking of the Salt Law by the Indian people, the Indian National Congress was declared illegal by the colonial rulers.Which of the statements given above are correct?
✓ Correct answer: b) 1 and 3 only
ExplanationStatement 1 is correct: During the early 1900s, Mahatma Gandhi was instrumental in getting the indentured labour system abolished in the British Empire.He also supported Manilal Doctor’s campaign to get a resolution passed in the INC meeting condemning the indentured labour system in all British territories.Statement 2 is incorrect: Lord Chelmsford invited Gandhi to Delhi at a War Conference.Gandhi agreed to move people to enlist in the army for WW-I hoping such support would lead to political reforms and greater self-rule for India.Statement 3 is correct: Indian National Congress was declared illegal upon breaking of salt law.The British government arrested thousands of Congress leaders and activists, and Gandhi was imprisoned for leading the movement.
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