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Who provided legal defence to the people arrested in the aftermath of Chauri Chaura incident?
- A.C. R. Das
- B.Madan Mohan Malaviya and Krishna Kant
- C.Dr. Saifuddin Kitchlew and Khwaja Hasan Nizami
- D.M. A. Jinnah
▶ Answer & Explanation
Correct answer: B. Madan Mohan Malaviya and Krishna Kant
Following the Chauri Chaura incident, many activists were arrested and faced legal prosecution. Madan Mohan Malaviya, a prominent nationalist leader and educationist, along with Krishna Kant Malaviya, actively participated in providing legal assistance and defence to those implicated in the aftermath of the violence. Their efforts were crucial in navigating the legal proceedings against the arrested individuals during this sensitive period.
Source: UPSC gs1 2025