In the 1930s ministers of the CNC petitioned the colonial government to increase their powers , instead of demanding independence - they were forced to withdraw their ' Ministers ' Memorandum ' after a vigorous campaign by the Youth Leagues .
In the 1930s the Ministers of the CNC petitioned the colonial government to increase their powers , instead of demanding independence , or even dominion status . 
 They were forced to withdraw their ' Ministers ' Memorandum ' after a vigorous campaign by the Youth Leagues .