In the given question, a statement of Assertion is followed by a statement of Reason. Mark the correct answer.
Assertion: Communal tension and violence reduced in Delhi in January 1948.
Reason: Mahatama Gandhi undertook a fast to restore the communal tensions in Delhi as he did in Kolkata earlier.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 1
Gandhiji moved to Delhi where large scale violence had erupted. He was deeply concerned about ensuring that Muslims should be allowed to stay in India with dignity, as equal citizens. He was also concerned about the relations between India and Pakistan. He was unhappy with what he saw as the Indian government’s decision not to honour its financial commitments to Pakistan. With all this in mind he undertook what turned out to be his last fast in January 1948. As in Kolkata, his fast had a dramatic effect in Delhi. Communal tension and violence reduced. Muslims of Delhi and surrounding areas could safely return to their homes. The Government of India agreed to give Pakistan its dues.