The Simon Commission, which arrived in India in 1928, was boycotted because: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The Simon Commission, which arrived in India in 1928, was boycotted because:
A. It proposed partition of India
B. It was headed by a Muslim
C. It was appointed by the Indian National Congress
D. It had no Indian members
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The Simon Commission (1928) was boycotted because it had no Indian members, prompting the famous slogan 'Simon Go Back'. It was sent to review the Government of India Act, 1919.

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