History & Civics
What were the reasons for the passing of Quit India Resolution?
Quit India Movement
13 Likes
Answer
Reasons for the passing of Quit India Resolution are summarised below:
- In 1942, the failure of the Cripps' Mission left no further meeting ground between the British Government and the Congress.
- The War situation was discouraging in 1942.
- The Japanese Army had attacked Burma (Myanmar) and was marching towards Assam.
- Gandhiji observed, 'The presence of British in India is an invitation to Japan to invade India. Their withdrawal removes the bait'.
- The Indian leaders were anxious to save their country from the Japanese invasion but their slavery was a hindrance.
- Gandhiji and other leaders were convinced that this situation called for complete independence from the British immediately.
- Gandhiji said, 'India's safety, and Britain's too, lies in the orderly and timely British withdrawal from India'.
Answered By
7 Likes
Related Questions
Mention any two ways in which the British Government in India reacted to the Quit India Resolution.
Which was the last mass uprising against the British Rule in India?
At Wardha, the Congress Working Committee adopted a resolution that was passed in Bombay. Name the resolution.
- Poorna Swaraj Resolution
- Quit India Resolution
- Non-Cooperation Resolution
- Swaraj Resolution
With reference to the Cripps Mission, explain :
(a) Why was the Cripps Mission sent to India?
(b) Mention four causes of their proposals.
(c) Why did both Congress and Muslim League reject it?