After the Quit India Movement, C. Rajagopalachari proposed a formula. Which one of the following was one of its key proposals?
(a) Immediate transfer of power to India without considering the Muslim League's demand.
(b) A plebiscite in Muslim-majority areas to determine the formation of a separate sovereign state.
(c) Equal representation of Hindus and Muslims in the Indian Constituent Assembly.
(d) Formation of a coalition government with proportional representation for Hindus and Muslims.
Explanation Option (b) is correct: The CR Formula (C. Rajagopalachari Formula) was proposed in 1944 to bridge differences between the Indian National Congress and the Muslim League by addressing the demand for Pakistan. The formula aimed to resolve the constitutional deadlock and promote cooperation between the two groups for independence. Key Proposals of the CR Formula:
The Muslim League would support Congress's demand for complete independence from British rule.
A plebiscite would be conducted in Muslim-majority areas in the North-West and North-East, allowing the entire population (not just Muslims) to decide whether they wanted to form a separate sovereign state.
A provisional government would be formed at the center with cooperation between the Congress and the League.
In case of partition, arrangements for defense, communication, and commerce would be made jointly.
Final Outcome:
Jinnah rejected the CR Formula, insisting that only Muslims should participate in the plebiscite and opposing the idea of a common center for defense and trade.
The Congress opposed outright partition but supported cooperation for independence.
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