political change

The August Declaration of 1917: A Beacon of Hope for India’s Political Awakening

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The August Declaration of 1917: A Beacon of Hope for India’s Political Awakening Introduction The August Declaration, more commonly known as Montagu’s Statement, was a public declaration presented on 20th August 1917 by Edwin Samuel Montagu, the Secretary of State for India. This declaration forms one of the landmark statements in the political history of … Read more

The Montford Reforms: A Step Toward Freedom or a Symbol of Delay of 1919?

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The Montford Reforms: A Step Toward Freedom or a Symbol of Delay of 1919? Introduction Montford Reforms, technically known as the Government of India Act 1919 is an important milestone in the constitutional history of British India. Enacted by the Montagu-Chelmsford Commission, these reforms were enacted to redress the rising Indian needs for self-governance, yet … Read more