The 'Statutory Commission' under John Simon was boycotted because: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The 'Statutory Commission' under John Simon was boycotted because:
A. It opposed dominion status
B. It refused separate electorates
C. It included no Indian members
D. It recommended partition
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The Simon Commission (1928) was boycotted as it consisted of seven white members with no Indian representation.

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