In which year was Gandhi-Irwin Pact signed?

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Answer 1

The correct answer is 1931.

Key Points

The Gandhi-Irwin Pact was a political agreement signed between Mahatma Gandhi and the then Viceroy of India, Lord Irwin.
The pact was signed on 5th March 1931, marking a significant event in the Indian independence movement.
Under this agreement, the British Government agreed to release all political prisoners who had been imprisoned during the Civil Disobedience Movement.
In return, Mahatma Gandhi agreed to suspend the Civil Disobedience Movement and participate in the Second Round Table Conference in London.
This pact demonstrated a significant step towards negotiation and dialogue between the British authorities and Indian leaders.

Additional Information

Key Points
- Civil Disobedience Movement was launched by Gandhi in 1930 to resist British rule in India through nonviolent means.
- The Second Round Table Conference was held in London in 1931, where Indian leaders discussed constitutional reforms for India.
- Mahatma Gandhi played a pivotal role in the Indian independence movement and was the leader of the Indian National Congress.