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Modern Indian History UPPSC 2009 GS-I
Question

Who of the following presided over the session of Indian National Congress when resolution of "Poorna Swaraj" was passed?

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option B: Jawaharlal Nehru

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Jawaharlal Nehru”.
The Indian National Congress, on 19 December 1929, passed the historic 'Poorna Swaraj' – (total independence) resolution – at its Lahore session. This session was presided over by Jawaharlal Nehru.

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