History • Modern IndiaMedium
Consider the following statements regarding the Justice Party (South Indian Liberal Federation) formed in 1916: 1. The party was established to promote the educational, political, and employment interests of non-Brahmin communities in the Madras Presidency. 2. It secured victory in the 1920 elections held under the Government of India Act 1919 and formed the first elected ministry in Madras. 3. The party strongly opposed the introduction of communal reservations and government job quotas for backward classes. Which of the statements given above are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only✓ Correct Answer
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
💡 Solution & Explanation
The Justice Party was founded by leaders like Dr. C. Natesan, P. Theagaraya Chetty, and T.M. Nair to articulate non-Brahmin grievances against administrative dominance. Winning the 1920 legislative elections, the party pioneered landmark communal G.O.s to ensure representation in public services and educational institutions, making statement three incorrect because they actively championed reservation policies.
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