During the colonial period in India, what was the purpose of the Whitley Commission?

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Q: 90 (IAS/2003)
During the colonial period in India, what was the purpose of the Whitley Commission?

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History

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IAS

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The Whitley Commission, also known as the Royal Commission on Labour, was established during the colonial period in India with the specific purpose outlined in option 2: to examine the conditions of labour in India and to offer recommendations for improvement. This included aspects like labour laws, working conditions, labour disputes, etc.

Option 1 focuses on political reforms which was not the main concern of the Whitley Commission. While political changes could indirectly affect labour conditions, it was not the Commission`s primary focus.

Option 3 pertains to financial reforms, which, while significant for the country, doesn`t align with the explicit purpose of the Whitley Commission`s mandate on labour conditions and welfare.

Option 4 refers to schemes for Civil Services which is a different topic entirely. The Whitley Commission was not tasked with developing schemes for Civil Services in India.

Thus, among the given options, option 2 is the correct choice as it accurately corresponds with the purpose of the Whitley Commission.