Question

Which statement best explains the concept of “home rule” advocated by the nationalists in India? Under home rule, Indian citizens would be ruled by the East India Company and its private army. Under home rule, Indian citizens would remain part of the British empire but would govern themselves. Under home rule, Indian citizens would be ruled by British civil servants and a viceroy who represented the British monarch. Under home rule, Indian citizens would sever all ties to Great Britain and assume complete control of the government.

Answer 1

Letter B is the correct answer.

The Indian Home Rule, also known as Hind Swaraj, was a political booklet written by Gandhi in the beginning of the 20th century. The main goal of the Home Rule Movement was to achieve self-government. Under the "Home Rule", Indian citizens would remain being part of the British Empire. However, Indian citizens would be able to govern themselves.  

Answer 2

The Correct Answer:

B. Under home rule, Indian citizens would remain part of the British empire but would govern themselves.