Q. Consider the following statements about the Wavell Plan of 1945: - It recommended a new Executive Council to be formed at the Centre in which all but the Viceroy and the Commander in Chief will be Indians
- It recommended transfer of all portfolios except the Defense to the Indian Members
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Answer:
Both 1 & 2
Notes: Both are correct statements
Wavell Plan also known as Breakdown Plan, was not accepted by the British, for whom, leaving without a universally agreed agreement was dishonourable. It also said that in case of a disagreement, the British should withdraw to the 6 Pakistan Provinces, and leaving the Congress to deal with rest of India.