Multiple choice

What was the initial reaction of Gandhi ji to the Swarajist approach?

  1. He whole-heartedly supported the Swarajists.

  2. He was against the idea of entering the legislature and stalling work there.

  3. He remained basically non-committal.

  4. He gave the Swarajists a timeline to prove the effectiveness of their methodology.
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Gandhi initially remained non-committal toward the Swarajist approach of entering legislative councils. He had suspended the Non-Cooperation Movement and was open to different strategies, but he did not immediately endorse or reject the council entry idea. His position evolved over time based on the Swarajists' performance and ethical conduct. Options A and D are incorrect as Gandhi did not give immediate support or set timelines, while B misrepresents his nuanced stance.

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