In which of the following sessions of the Indian National Congress was Dadabhai Naoroji the President?
Calcutta Session, 1886
The correct answer is Calcutta Session, 1886.
He is well known for his "Drain Theory," which explained how British rule was economically exploiting India. His presidencies were significant moments, particularly the 1906 Calcutta session where the term 'Swaraj' (self-governance) was explicitly mentioned as the goal of the Congress for the first time under his leadership. His long association with the Congress and his intellectual contributions made him one of its most respected leaders.
Important Questions from Foundation of the Indian National Congress
Who among the following was not present in the founding session of the Indian National Congress?
Who along with Motilal Nehru formed the Swaraj Party within the Congress to argue for a return to council politics?
The number of delegates who attended the first session of the Indian National Congress was
Which factors contributed towards the establishment of the Indian National Congress?
(a) The impact of the uprising of 1857.
(b) Revolution in the means of transport.
(c) The contribution of the Indian newspapers.
(d) Pressure from the International community.
- Who is most commonly associated with the 'safety valve' theory regarding the formation of the Indian National Congress?
