History Independence

Q. Which was the main cause for starting of the Quit India Movement in 1942 ?

A
Report of Simon Commission
B
Severe unrest among the people
C
Failure of the Cripps Mission
D
British involved in the world was-II

Correct Answer

Failure of the Cripps Mission

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