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Why Cripps Mission was Sent

Because of the reverses suffered by Britain in South- East Asia, the Japanese threat to invade India seemed real now and Indian support became crucial.

There was pressure on Britain from the Allies (USA, USSR, China) to seek Indian cooperation.

Indian nationalists had agreed to support the Allied cause if substantial power was transferred immediately and complete independence given after the war.