Consider the following statements: 1. The Montagu-Chelmsford Reforms of 1919 recommended granting voting rights to all the women above the age of 21. 2. The Government of India Act of 1935 gave women reserved seats in legislature. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Options

1. 1 only
2. 2 only
3. Both 1 and 2
4. Neither 1 nor 2

Correct Answer

2 only

Explanation

The 1919 Reforms did not grant voting rights to all women; franchise was limited. However, the Government of India Act, 1935 provided for reserved seats for women in provincial legislatures.

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