Evaluating Statements on the Indian National Congress

This question asks us to identify the incorrect statement among the given options regarding the Indian National Congress (INC). Let's analyze each statement:

Statement 1: Bal Ganga Dhar Tilak was an Extremist.

This statement is true. Bal Gangadhar Tilak was a prominent leader during India's freedom struggle and is widely considered a key figure of the 'Extremist' faction within the Congress, advocating for more assertive methods to achieve Swaraj (self-rule).

Statement 2: The Indian National Congress was established in Bombay in December 1886.

This statement is false. The Indian National Congress (INC) was actually established in Bombay (now Mumbai) in December 1885. The first session was held from December 28th to 30th, 1885. Therefore, the year 1886 mentioned in the statement is incorrect.

Statement 3: The Congress reunited in 1916.

This statement is true. The Congress reunited in 1916 during the famous Lucknow session. This event marked the reunion of the Moderates and the Extremists, who had previously split in 1907. This reunion is often associated with the Lucknow Pact.

Statement 4: The Congress got split into Moderates and Extremists in 1907.

This statement is true. The Indian National Congress experienced a significant split in its history at the Surat session in 1907. This division occurred between the Moderate faction, led by figures like Gopal Krishna Gokhale, and the Extremist faction, championed by leaders such as Bal Gangadhar Tilak.

Conclusion on the False Statement

Based on the historical facts:

• Statement 1 is true.
• Statement 2 is false (INC established in 1885, not 1886).
• Statement 3 is true (Congress reunited in 1916).
• Statement 4 is true (Congress split in 1907).

Therefore, the false statement about the Congress is that it was established in Bombay in December 1886.