"We have pledged ourselves, and of this the United Nations of the world are witness, to give the fullest opportunity for attainment of self-government by India as soon as hostilities are over. I repeat that that is beyond doubt"
- Stafford Cripps
About this Quote
This quote by Stafford Cripps is a guarantee to India that they will be offered the opportunity to achieve self-government as quickly as the hostilities of World War II are over. Cripps is stressing the importance of this promise by keeping in mind that the United Nations of the world are witness to it. He is also repeating the promise by duplicating that it is beyond doubt. This quote is a testament to the commitment of the British federal government to approve India self-reliance and autonomy after the war. It suggests hope for individuals of India that they will have the ability to govern themselves and have a say in their own future. This quote is a tip of the importance of self-determination and the power of collective action.
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