Q. Consider the following statements with reference to the Workers and Peasants Party:
1. The Workers and Peasants Party was formed in 1927 and was given the form of an All India Organisation.
2. The objective of this party was to work within the Congress so that it could be made a more revolution-inclined party and an organisation of the common people.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
a) Both 1 and 2
b) Neither 1 nor 2
c) Only 1
d) Only 2
Question from UPPSC Prelims 2024
Correct answer: d) Only 2
Explanation:
The Workers and Peasants Party (WPP) was formed in different states around 1926 – 1927, but it was not until December 1928 that it took the shape of an All India Organisation. Therefore, the first statement is incorrect.
The second statement is correct that the party’s objective to work within the Indian National Congress to promote a more revolutionary approach and represent common people.
Thus, the correct answer is: d) Only 2
