Question

Which of the following statements best describes the British response to the Salt March?(1 point)
Responses

The British responded to the Salt March by refusing to jail those who participated in acts of civil disobedience.
The British responded to the Salt March by refusing to jail those who participated in acts of civil disobedience.

The British responded to the Salt March by maintaining full political and economic control in India.
The British responded to the Salt March by maintaining full political and economic control in India.

The British responded to the Salt March by jailing the protestors and ending the salt tax.
The British responded to the Salt March by jailing the protestors and ending the salt tax.

The British responded to the Salt March by only jailing those who committed acts of violence.
The British responded to the Salt March by only jailing those who committed acts of violence.
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Answer 1

The best choice is: "The British responded to the Salt March by jailing the protestors…"

In reality the British arrested thousands (including Gandhi) for civil disobedience. They did not, however, immediately end the salt tax — the march drew worldwide attention and strengthened the independence movement.