What was one long-term effect of the Salt March?

Question

A.It led other colonial rulers to support the British Empire.


B.The international attention forced Gandhi to change his methods.


C.It led to a worldwide boycott on salt made by the British monopoly.


D.The international attention forced Britain to grant Indians some rights.

Answer 1

Choice D is correct on following grounds; International attention with salt march resulted in Gandhi-Irwin pact, Gandhi agreed to end his civil disobedience through salt march and Irwin agreed to free Indian prisoners that ruling British govt. had imprisoned as participants of salt March. Indian were granted right to be free from unjust imprisonment. Here is the site to look at historical clips from Indian and American press during the period: http://www.rarenewspapers.com/view/583034