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    Consider the following statement in regard to 'Poona Pact' of 1932
    1. It accepted the concept of separate electorates for the depressed classes.
    2. It was accepted by the government as an amendment to the Communal Award.
    3. On the ground of separate electorates for depressed classes, the seats reserved for depressed classes in provincial legislature were decreased.
    Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

    A)  1 and 2 only                

    B)  2 only

    C)  1 and 3 only                

    D)  3 only

    Correct Answer: B

    Solution :

     The pact signed by B.R. Ambedkar on behalf of the depressed classes abandoned the separate electorates for the depressed classes and the seats reserved for depressed classes in Provincial legislature were increased from 71 to 147.


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