Consider the following statements:

1. The discussions in the Third Round Table Conference eventually led to the passing of the Government of India Act of 1935.
2. The Government of India Act of 1935 provided for the establishment of an All India Federation based on a union of British Indian provinces and princely states.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1. 1 only
2. 2 only
3. Both 1 and 2
4. Neither 1 nor 2

Explanation

Both statements are correct

• The Third Round Table Conference (1932) influenced constitutional reforms. These discussions culminated in the Government of India Act, 1935, the most comprehensive constitutional act under British rule. The Act proposed an All India Federation of provinces and princely states (though it never came into force).

Answer: (c) Both 1 and 2