Question 2
Write about the Queen’s Proclamation.
Answer
In this proclamation, a number of promises were made for the benefit of India. For example,
- Indigenous kings without a son were allowed to adopt a son.
- Abolition of Title will no longer be a valid law.
- The British Government will not extend its empire on Indian soil any more.
- Indians will be employed in the Government according to their qualifications.
- All Indians will be given equal importance, irrespective of their race, religion or caste.