The famous 'August Declaration' of 1917, which promised gradual development of self-governing institutions in India, was made by which Secretary of State? MCQ with Answer and Explanation
The famous 'August Declaration' of 1917, which promised gradual development of self-governing institutions in India, was made by which Secretary of State?
A. Edwin Montagu
B. Sir Stafford Cripps
C. Lord Morley
D. Lord Birkenhead
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Edwin Montagu, the Secretary of State for India, issued the August Declaration in 1917, stating that British policy aimed at the gradual development of self-governing institutions.
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