Explanation

• The Indian Councils Act 1909, also called the Morley-Minto Reforms, introduced separate electorates for Muslims.

Additional information:

• Date of introduction: 12 March 1909
• Total members in Central Legislative Council: 60
• Muslim reserved seats: 5
• 27 members were to be elected from different constituencies.
• Nehru Report (28 August 1928) rejected the demand for separate electorate.

Last verified on 07-03-2026

Explanation

• Main aim: Protect and restore the Ottoman Caliphate.
• Started: 1919
• Ended: 1924, after the abolition of the Ottoman Caliphate.
• Major leaders: Ali Brothers, Abul Kalam Azad, and others.
• Major ally: Mahatma Gandhi supported the movement and linked it with the Non-Cooperation Movement.

Last verified on 02-09-2026

Explanation

• Khaksar Movement was established by Allama Inayatullah Mashraqi in 1931.
• It was a social movement based in Lahore, Punjab, British India.
• The movement aimed to free India from British rule.
• Allama Mashriqi disbanded the Khaksar Tehrik on July 4, 1947.

Last verified on 01-09-2026

Explanation

• Lahore Resolution was passed in the 27th annual session of the All India Muslim League.
  
• It was presented by A. K. Fazlul Huq.
• Adopted by the All-India Muslim League on the occasion of its three-day general session in Lahore on 22–24 March 1940.
• The session was held at Minto Park, Lahore.
• Muhammad Ali Jinnah presided over the historic session.

Last verified on 01-09-2026

Explanation

• The Cabinet Mission Plan (1946) proposed a federal union with grouped provinces to keep India united while giving autonomy.
• It was announced on 16 May 1946 in New Delhi to transfer power from British rule.
• Arrival in India: 24 March 1946
• Head: Lord Pethick-Lawrence
• Members: Stafford Cripps, A.V. Alexander

Last verified on 09-06-2026