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Modern Indian History UPPSC 2002 GS-I
Question

Who of the following was the first muslim President of Indian National Congress:

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option A: Badaruddin Tayabji

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Badaruddin Tayabji”.
Badruddin Tyabji was the first Muslim President of the Indian National Congress.

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