Question
Tell any two impacts of the separate electorates for Muslims (1909) on the communal politics.
Solution
The separate electorates for Muslims, created by the British Government in 1909, shaped the nature of communal politics in the 20th century. It is evident from the following points:
(i) The Muslims could elect their own representatives in designated
constituencies.
(ii) The communal politicians can use sectarian slogans to strengthen their
position.
(iii) They can favour the people belonging to their own religious groups.
