Q. Consider the following statements regarding Bombay Presidency Association
1.The Bombay Presidency Association was founded by leaders such as Badruddin Tyabji and Pherozeshah Mehta
2.It was founded in response to Lytton’s reactionary policies and the Ilbert Bill controversy.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: C
Notes:

Explanation

  • The Bombay Presidency Association was established in 1885 by prominent leaders including Badruddin Tyabji and Pherozeshah Mehta.
  • It was founded in response to Lytton’s reactionary policies and the Ilbert Bill controversy.

Source: Spectrum’s A Brief History of Modern India

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