GS PrelimsHistory (Modern India)Cabinet Mission Plan1996

Which one of the following is not correct about the Cabinet Mission Plan?

A

Provincial grouping

B

Interim Cabinet of Indians

C

Acceptance of Pakistan

D

Constitution framing right

Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation

1. The Cabinet Mission Plan (1946) was a British initiative to discuss and plan the transfer of power to India. 2. Provincial Grouping: The Plan proposed a three-tier structure with provinces grouped into three sections (A, B, and C). This was a key and controversial feature. (Correct feature) 3. Interim Cabinet of Indians: The Plan proposed the immediate formation of an Interim Cabinet composed of Indian leaders to run the administration. (Correct feature) 4. Acceptance of Pakistan: The Cabinet Mission Plan explicitly rejected the demand for a separate state of Pakistan. Instead, it proposed the grouping system within a united India with a weak center. (Incorrect - Plan did *not* accept Pakistan) 5. Constitution Framing Right: The Plan proposed the formation of a Constituent Assembly, elected by provincial assemblies, to frame India's constitution, thus acknowledging the constitution framing right of Indians. (Correct feature) 6. Therefore, the statement that is *not* correct about the Plan is the 'Acceptance of Pakistan'.

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