Congress Participation in Second Round Table Conference

The Second Round Table Conference was held in London in 1931. It was called by the British government to discuss the proposed reforms in the Government of India Act 1935. The conference was attended by various Indian political leaders, including representatives of the Indian National Congress.

Congress Demands

During the Second Round Table Conference, the Indian National Congress demanded complete independence for India, which was rejected by the British government. The Congress also demanded the abolition of separate electorates for minorities, an end to communal representation, and the establishment of a responsible government in India.

Congress Boycott

However, when the British government did not accept Congress' demand for complete independence, the Congress decided to boycott the conference. The Congress felt that the British government was not serious about granting independence to India and was instead trying to divide the Indian people along communal lines.

Outcome

The Second Round Table Conference did not result in any significant progress towards Indian independence. The British government continued to hold on to power in India and did not make any significant concessions to the Indian people.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the Indian National Congress participated in the Second Round Table Conference in 1931 to demand complete independence for India and to voice their concerns about the proposed reforms in the Government of India Act 1935. However, when their demands were not met, they boycotted the conference. The Second Round Table Conference did not result in any significant progress towards Indian independence.