Historical Context of Independence Day Observation
The Indian National Congress (INC), in its Lahore session on December 19, 1929, passed the resolution for Purna Swaraj (complete independence) from British rule.
First Independence Day Observation
As a consequence of the Purna Swaraj resolution, the INC decided that January 26th would be celebrated every year as 'Independence Day'. This decision was implemented starting from the year 1930.
Answer Derivation
Therefore, the Indian National Congress observed January 26th as Independence Day for the first time in the year 1930.
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Important Questions from National movement (1919 - 1939)
Who among the following initiated the Bhoodan Movement?
Consider the following historical events :
1. Gandhi-Irwin Pact
2. Second Round Table Conference
3. Peasant Movement in Bardoli
4. Peasant Movement in Kheda
Which one of the following is the correct chronological order (starting from the earliest) of the above events?
Which of the following statements about the Unionist Party is/are correct?
1. It was a political party representing the interests of landholders in Punjab.
2. It was opposed to the idea of the partition of India as India and Pakistan.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
Where did Gandhiji initially forge the techniques of Satyagraha?
Who was the Viceroy of India at the time of Gandhiji's Dandi march?
