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HCS (Haryana)Prelims2021General Studies
Question
Mahatma Gandhi was elected as the President of the Indian National Congress only once. In which of the following sessions did it happen?
Options
- A Amritsar Session 1919
- B Belgaum Session 1924
- C Lahore Session 1929
- D Lucknow Session 1936
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Correct Answer
B Belgaum Session 1924
Model Answer
Belgaum Session 1924
- It was the 39th session of the Indian National Congress.
- It was the only session chaired by Mahatma Gandhi.
- It is here that spinning was made the mainstay of activity and Gandhi declared Non-violent non-cooperation as a means to attain political freedom.
Additional Information
| Session | Year | President |
|---|---|---|
| Amritsar Session | 1919 | Motilal Nehru |
| Lahore Session | 1929 | Jawahar Lal Nehru |
| Lucknow Session | 1936 | Jawahar Lal Nehru |