What was the Lucknow Pact? State two of its effects on the national movement.

In 1916, both the Congress and the Muslim League held their sessions at Lucknow. The Congress and the Muslim League agreed to a joint scheme of political reforms, known as the Lucknow Pact.

The two effects of Lucknow Pact were:

1. The Congress and Muslims League came together compromising in some areas for the common good. The Congress compromised on its secular character and the Muslim League accepted the principles of election and the majority rule.
2. The two wings of Congress — the Early Nationalists and the Assertive Nationalists united, further strengthening the Congress.