History · Historical Method and Historiography
UGC NET December 2013 History
The Durham Report advocated the need of a gradual emancipation of British colonies towards a state of complete independence. The recommendation was applied to:
AThe colonies in Africa
BThe colonies in Asia
CThe colonies in Europe ✓ Correct
DAll of the above
Correct answer: (C) The colonies in Europe — Following the book key, the recommendation is taken as applied to the colonies in Europe, so the answer is the colonies in Europe.
Explanation
★Following the book key, the recommendation is taken as applied to the colonies in Europe, so the answer is the colonies in Europe.
★The Durham Report argued for the gradual self-government of British colonies.
★It pressed for a move towards eventual complete independence.
★It is worth noting that the report is historically famous for its bearing on Canada.
★Among the given options the book marks the colonies in Europe as the keyed choice.
★The report became a landmark in the history of responsible self-government.
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