With reference to 8th August, 1942 in Indian history, which one of the following statements is correct?
A
The Quit India Resolution was adopted by the AICC.
Correct Answer
B
The Viceroy's Executive Council was expanded to include more Indians.
C
The Congress ministries resigned in seven provinces.
D
Cripps proposed an Indian Union with full Dominion Status once the Second World War was over.
Explanation
On August 8, 1942, the All India Congress Committee (AICC) met at Gowalia Tank in Bombay and formally adopted the Quit India Resolution, which launched a mass civil disobedience movement under the slogan "Do or Die." While the Cripps Mission (Option D) also occurred in 1942, its proposals were made earlier in March, and its failure served as the immediate catalyst for the August resolution. This question tests the core concept of chronological precision regarding major milestones and turning points in the Indian National Movement during World War II.
Modern Indian HistoryQuit India Movement8th August 1942Quit India ResolutionAICCViceroy's Executive CouncilCongress ministriesCrippsDominion StatusSecond World War