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Q. Mahatma Gandhi’s remark, “A post-dated cheque on a crumbling bank” is regarding the proposals of

A
Cripps Mission
B
Simmon Commission
C
Cabinet Mission
D
Wavel Plan

Correct Answer

Cripps Mission

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