Correct Answer:
C. 8 August 1940
The August Offer was a significant proposal made by the British government during World War II to gain the support of Indian political parties. It was officially announced on 8 August 1940 by Viceroy Lord Linlithgow, promising dominion status for India after the war and an expansion of the Viceroy's Executive Council to include more Indians.
- 26 January 1930 is incorrect; this date is historically significant as Purna Swaraj Day, marking the Indian Declaration of Independence.
- 22 March 1942 is incorrect; this was the date when the Cripps Mission arrived in India with a revised set of proposals.
- 15 August 1947 is incorrect; this date marks India's independence from British rule.