Dec. 13, 2022

Prelims Question

Q. Which of the following events is not related to the tenure of Viceroy Lord Chelmsford?

a. Formation of Muslim League

b. Jallianwala Bagh Massacre

c. Introduction of diarchy in the provinces

d. Lucknow Pact

Answer – (a)

Explanation- On December 30, 1906, in the session of Muhammadan Educational Conference in Dhaka, the All India Muslim League was founded under the chairmanship of Salimullah, the Nawab of Dhaka. Mohsin-ul-Mulk, Agha Khan and Nawab Bakar-ul-Mulk were also present there. The meeting was presided over by Bakar-ul-Mulk. Aga Khan was declared permanent president of Muslim League.

The remaining incidents are related to the tenure of Viceroy Chelmsford (1916-1921 AD).