Question

Arrange the following events in the correct chronological order leading up to the Civil Disobedience Movement:

1. Boycott of the Simon Commission
2. Poorna Swaraj resolution passed
3. Letter with 11 demands sent to Viceroy Irwin
4. Salt March

Options

• 4, 3, 2, 1

• 2, 1, 3, 4

• 1, 4, 3, 2

• 1, 2, 3, 4

Answer 1

1, 2, 3, 4

Explanation:

• 1. Boycott of the Simon Commission (1928): This was one of the early protests against British rule and the lack of Indian representation.
• 2. Poorna Swaraj resolution passed (1929): This resolution, adopted by the Indian National Congress, declared the goal of complete independence from British rule.
• 3. Letter with 11 demands sent to Viceroy Irwin (1930): This letter outlined the demands of the Congress Party, asking for reforms and highlighting grievances against British policies.
• 4. Salt March (March 12, 1930): Gandhi led this significant event protesting the British salt monopoly, which became a key moment in the Civil Disobedience Movement.