Q. Consider the following statements regarding the Constituent Assembly of India:
1.The idea of a Constituent Assembly was first proposed by M.N. Roy in 1934.
2.The Indian National Congress (INC) officially demanded the formation of a Constituent Assembly in 1935.
3.The total strength of the Constituent Assembly was 389.
4.The election to the Constituent Assembly was conducted on the basis of adult franchise.
Which of the above statements are correct?
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[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 1, 2, and 3 only

[C] 2, 3, and 4 only

[D] 1, 2, 3, and 4

Answer: B
Notes:

Explanation:

  • N. Roy first proposed the idea of a Constituent Assembly in 1934.
  • The Indian National Congress (INC) formally demanded a Constituent Assembly in 1935.
  • The Constituent Assembly had 389 members, with 296 seats allocated to British India and 93 seats to princely states.
  • The election to the Constituent Assembly was not conducted on the basis of adult franchise; it was indirect, with members elected by the provincial legislative assemblies.

Source: Laxmikant

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