The 'Provincial Elections' of 1937 saw the Congress form governments in how many provinces? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The 'Provincial Elections' of 1937 saw the Congress form governments in how many provinces?
A. 7 out of 11
B. 5 out of 11
C. 8 out of 11
D. 11 out of 11
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
In the 1937 elections, the Congress won absolute majorities in 5 provinces and formed governments in 8 out of the 11 provinces (including coalition in NWFP and Assam).

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