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Q. Which of the following statement is not correct about Simon Commission?

A
The British Government appointed the Simon commission in Nov., 1927
B
The activities of Swaraj party had induced the British Government to review the working of the diarchy system introduced by the Montague- Chelmsford reforms
C
Simon commission was opposed because its all members were the English
D
Lala Lajpat Rai died during the protest of Simon commission

Correct Answer

Lala Lajpat Rai died during the protest of Simon commission

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