Communal Award

The Communal Award was a 1932 British decision that aimed to ensure fairer representation for minorities like Indians, Muslims, and certain caste groups in India within the civil and legislative services. It recognized the need for communal or group-based voting rights, allowing separate electorates where communities could elect their own representatives. This was part of efforts to address communal tensions and ensure minorities had a voice in governance. The award was significant in India's path toward independence, highlighting the complexities of managing diverse communities and their political aspirations.