Which of the following advocated for universal adult franchise during pre-independence period in India? 1. The Constitution of India Bill, 1895 2. Nehru report, 1928 3. Government of India act, 1919 4. Lucknow pact, 1916 Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Correct Answer:

D. 1 and 2 only

Explanation:

Statement 1 is correct: The Constitution of India Bill, 1895 was one of the earliest efforts advocating for universal adult franchise. Statement 2 is correct: The Nehru Report of 1928 explicitly recommended voting rights for every person aged 21 and above. Statement 3 is incorrect: The Government of India Act, 1919 provided for a limited franchise based on property, tax, or education. Statement 4 is incorrect: The Lucknow Pact of 1916 called for a 'broad' franchise but did not advocate for universal adult franchise.