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Who was the first Indian woman president of the Indian National Congress?

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RRB NTPC 2019 CBT 1 Question Paper (8-Mar-2021) (Shift 2)
The correct answer is
Sarojini Naidu

First Indian Woman INC President Identified

The question asks to identify the first Indian woman to become the president of the Indian National Congress (INC).

Analyzing Key Figures

  • Sarojini Naidu: A prominent figure in the Indian independence movement, she became the first Indian woman president of the INC in 1925 at the Kanpur session.
  • Indira Gandhi: While a significant leader and former Prime Minister, she was not the first Indian woman president of the INC.
  • Vijay Laxmi Pandit: Known for her diplomatic roles, including being President of the UN General Assembly, she did not hold the INC presidency.
  • Annie Besant: An important leader and social reformer, she was the *first woman* president of the INC (in 1917), but she was not Indian.

Conclusion on First Indian Woman INC President

Based on the historical facts, Sarojini Naidu holds the distinction of being the first *Indian* woman president of the Indian National Congress.

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