The 'August Offer' of 1940 was made by which Viceroy?
A. Lord Willingdon
B. Lord Mountbatten
C. Lord Linlithgow
D. Lord Wavell
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The August Offer was announced by Viceroy Lord Linlithgow on 8 August 1940, proposing increased Indian representation in the Viceroy's Executive Council and a postwar constituent assembly, but the Congress rejected it.
Explanation:
Shivaji established the Ashtapradhan (Council of Eight Ministers) to assist in administration. Each minister was responsible for a specific department.
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