In November 1927, the British government appointed the Simon Commission two years ahead of schedule. The commission was strongly opposed by the Muslim League and the Indian …

The public sentiment about the Simon Commission echoed that of India’s political leaders. When the officials visited various Indian cities, they were met with mass protests and the slogan …

Sep 29, 2024 · The Congress called for an all-India boycott of the Commission, with the famous slogan “ Simon Go Back ” being chanted in demonstrations across the country. Many other …

It was the first all-India struggle after the non-cooperation movement of the early twenties. In November 1927 the British appointed the Indian Statutory Commission, headed by John …

Jun 21, 2018 · The Simon Commission was constituted to suggest constitutional reforms for British India. Read to know why was it set up, its boycott, recommendations and results.

Jan 1, 2025 · The Simon Commission (Indian Statutory Commission), formed by the British in 1927 to review the Government of India Act 1919, sparked widespread protests due to its all …

Sep 10, 2025 · The Simon Commission, formed in 1927, was a British committee meant to evaluate India’s constitutional reforms—but excluded all Indian members. Its arrival in 1928 …

When the Commission landed in February 1928, there were mass protests, hartals and black flag demonstrations all over the country. People were chanting the slogan, ‘Simon Go Back.’. The …

Dec 10, 2024 · This article aims to study in detail the background, formation, and impact of the Simon Commission and the notable protests that marked this pivotal event in India’s …

Apr 13, 2025 · When the Commission arrived in Bombay (now Mumbai) on February 3, 1928, it was greeted with black flags and slogans of “Simon, come back.” This pattern was repeated …