Q. With reference to the Poona Pact of 1932, consider the following statements:
1.The Pact replaced separate electorates for the Depressed Classes with increased reserved seats in legislatures.
2.It was signed by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar and accepted by the British government as an amendment to the Communal Award.
3.The Pact empowered the Depressed Classes to form independent leadership and reject the Hindu social order.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 2 and 3 only

[C] 1 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2, and 3

Answer: A
Notes:

Explanation:

  • The Poona Pact abolished separate electorates for the Depressed Classes but increased the number of reserved seats in legislatures.
  • The Pact was signed by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar on behalf of the Depressed Classes and was accepted by the British government as an amendment to the Communal Award.
  • While the Pact granted political representation, it is critically seen as having weakened independent Dalit leadership and reinforced the existing Hindu social order.
    Source: Spectrum’s A Brief History of Modern India

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