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What was the Poona Pact?
What was the Poona Pact?
The Poona Pact was an agreement signed between Dr. B.R. Ambedkar and Mahatma Gandhi in 1932, which reserved seats for the depressed classes (Dalits) in the provincial legislatures of British India.
Who were the key figures involved in the Poona Pact?
Who were the key figures involved in the Poona Pact?
The key figures involved in the Poona Pact were Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, a prominent leader of the Dalit community, and Mahatma Gandhi, the leader of the Indian independence movement.
What was the significance of the Poona Pact?
What was the significance of the Poona Pact?
The Poona Pact was significant as it helped in securing political representation for the Dalit community and led to the establishment of reserved seats for them in the legislative bodies of British India.