Question

After the British colonized India, and World War I began, what did the British promise India in return for military service?

Select one:
a. An end to colonial taxes
b. Favorable bank loans
c. New territories
d. Steps towards allowing India to have self-government

Answer 1

After World War I, the British promised India steps toward self-government in return for military service.

Step-by-step explanation:

After the British colonized India and World War I began, the British promised India steps towards allowing self-government in return for military service. This promise was made through the Montagu-Chelmsford Reforms in 1919. The British recognized the need to appease nationalist sentiment in India and thus pledged to gradually introduce self-government and greater representation for Indians in the governing process.

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