Topic: The Freedom Struggle — its various stages and important contributors/contributions from different parts of the country.
1. Government of India Act 1935 was the most comprehensive act passed by the British but did very little in politically and economically empowering Indians. Critically examine. (250 words)
Difficulty level: Easy
Reference:
Chapter 20- A Brief History of Modern India by Rajiv Ahir (Spectrum Publishers)
Why the question:
The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 1 and mentioned as part of Mission-2022 Secure timetable.
Key Demand of the question: To write about the reactions of Indian leaders to the Government of India Act 1935.
Directive word:
Critically examine – When asked to ‘Examine’, we have to look into the topic (content words) in detail, inspect it, investigate it and establish the key facts and issues related to the topic in question. While doing so we should explain why these facts and issues are important and their implications. When ‘critically’ is suffixed or prefixed to a directive, one needs to look at the good and bad of the topic and give a fair judgment.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Start by giving the context for the introduction of the Government of India Act,1935.
Body:
First, write about the various features of Government of India Act,1935 and the various positives of the act.
Next, write about the negatives- concept of federation with Provinces to join the imperial power and have a reserved representation, promoting feudal despotism, communally divisive approach and economic control of federal budget.
Conclusion:
In the conclusion, despite its flaws major India leaders decided to give it a try and its outcome.
