Delhi Manifesto (November 1929)

The Delhi Manifesto was a set of demands presented by Indian leaders to the British government in November 1929. It was a response to Irwin’s Declaration (October 31, 1929) , where the British vaguely promised Dominion Status to India but without a clear timeline. Key Demands of the Delhi Manifesto: Clear Commitment to Dominion Status The purpose of the Round Table Conference (RTC) should not be to decide whether India would get Dominion Status , but to frame a constitution for its immediate implementation . Congress Should Have Majority Representation The Indian National Congress should be the primary representative in the conference since it was the main political force in India. Release of Political Prisoners & Reconciliation The British should grant general amnesty (release) to political prisoners and adopt a friendly approach towards Indian leaders . British Response: Viceroy Lord Irwin rejected these demands , saying there was no fixed timeline for Dominion Status and that he could not p…