Correct option is D
The correct answer is (d) 1942.
· Historical Context: The Cripps Mission, led by Sir Stafford Cripps(President of the Board of Trade), arrived in India in 1942 during World War II. It was an attempt by the British government to secure Indian cooperation and support for the war effort.
· The other members of the mission are Lord Pethick-Lawrence who was the Secretary of State for India, and the last member was V Alexander who The First Lord of the Admiralty.
Information Booster:
· Purpose of the Mission: The Cripps Mission was intended to negotiate with the Indian political leaders and secure their support in the war against Axis powers by promising reforms and a future status of dominion for India.
· Outcome: The mission ultimately failed to gain the support of Indian leaders, with both the Congress and the Muslim League finding the proposals unsatisfactory, particularly concerning the details and timing of self-government.