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Indian National Congress (Part-II)

📆 October 17, 2024

Total Questions: 39

11. Who among the following became President of Indian National Congress? [R.A.S./R.T.S. (Pre) 2012]

Correct Answer: (c) Annie Besant
Solution:Annie Besant was a British social reformer and activist whose work left an indelible mark on Indian history. Renowned for her leadership in the Theosophical Society, Besant played a pivotal role in the revival of theosophy. Her efforts in education played a significant role in establishing many educational institutions in India, including those focused on women's education. Annie Besant's engagement with the Theosophical Society began in 1889 when she joined the organization, which sought to explore spiritual philosophies and promote universal brotherhood. The Society was founded by Helena Petrovna Blavatsky and Henry Steel Olcott, and Besant quickly emerged as a leading figure. She represented the Theosophical Society at the Chicago World Parliament of Religions in 1893. Annie Besant became the second International President of the Theosophical Society in 1907 following the death of Col. H. S. Olcott. She kept this position until she died in 1933. In 1917, Annie Besant was elected the President of the Indian National Congress (INC) Calcutta session, becoming the first woman to hold this position. Her presidency marked a pivotal moment in the struggle for Indian independence, as she used her platform to advocate for constitutional reforms and greater political rights for Indians. Her campaign and the pressure of public opinion contributed to the enactment of the Montagu-Chelmsford proposals by the British Parliament.

12. For which of the following sessions did the Congress elected its first woman President? [U.P.P.C.S. (Re. Exam) (Pre) 2015]

Correct Answer: (a) Calcutta Session, 1917
Solution:Annie Besant was a British social reformer and activist whose work left an indelible mark on Indian history. Renowned for her leadership in the Theosophical Society, Besant played a pivotal role in the revival of theosophy. Her efforts in education played a significant role in establishing many educational institutions in India, including those focused on women's education. Annie Besant's engagement with the Theosophical Society began in 1889 when she joined the organization, which sought to explore spiritual philosophies and promote universal brotherhood. The Society was founded by Helena Petrovna Blavatsky and Henry Steel Olcott, and Besant quickly emerged as a leading figure. She represented the Theosophical Society at the Chicago World Parliament of Religions in 1893. Annie Besant became the second International President of the Theosophical Society in 1907 following the death of Col. H. S. Olcott. She kept this position until she died in 1933. In 1917, Annie Besant was elected the President of the Indian National Congress (INC) Calcutta session, becoming the first woman to hold this position. Her presidency marked a pivotal moment in the struggle for Indian independence, as she used her platform to advocate for constitutional reforms and greater political rights for Indians. Her campaign and the pressure of public opinion contributed to the enactment of the Montagu-Chelmsford proposals by the British Parliament.

13. Who was the first lady President of the Indian National Congress? [R.A.S./R.T.S. (Pre) 2012, U.P.P.C.S. (Mains) 2012, U.P.P.S.C. (GIC) 2010]

Correct Answer: (c) Annie Besant
Solution:Annie Besant was a British social reformer and activist whose work left an indelible mark on Indian history. Renowned for her leadership in the Theosophical Society, Besant played a pivotal role in the revival of theosophy. Her efforts in education played a significant role in establishing many educational institutions in India, including those focused on women's education. Annie Besant's engagement with the Theosophical Society began in 1889 when she joined the organization, which sought to explore spiritual philosophies and promote universal brotherhood. The Society was founded by Helena Petrovna Blavatsky and Henry Steel Olcott, and Besant quickly emerged as a leading figure. She represented the Theosophical Society at the Chicago World Parliament of Religions in 1893. Annie Besant became the second International President of the Theosophical Society in 1907 following the death of Col. H. S. Olcott. She kept this position until she died in 1933. In 1917, Annie Besant was elected the President of the Indian National Congress (INC) Calcutta session, becoming the first woman to hold this position. Her presidency marked a pivotal moment in the struggle for Indian independence, as she used her platform to advocate for constitutional reforms and greater political rights for Indians. Her campaign and the pressure of public opinion contributed to the enactment of the Montagu-Chelmsford proposals by the British Parliament.

14. Who among the following was the first woman President of the Indian National Congress? [U.P.R.O./A.R.O. (Mains) 2014]

Correct Answer: (b) Mrs. Annie Besant
Solution:Annie Besant was a British social reformer and activist whose work left an indelible mark on Indian history. Renowned for her leadership in the Theosophical Society, Besant played a pivotal role in the revival of theosophy. Her efforts in education played a significant role in establishing many educational institutions in India, including those focused on women's education. Annie Besant's engagement with the Theosophical Society began in 1889 when she joined the organization, which sought to explore spiritual philosophies and promote universal brotherhood. The Society was founded by Helena Petrovna Blavatsky and Henry Steel Olcott, and Besant quickly emerged as a leading figure. She represented the Theosophical Society at the Chicago World Parliament of Religions in 1893. Annie Besant became the second International President of the Theosophical Society in 1907 following the death of Col. H. S. Olcott. She kept this position until she died in 1933. In 1917, Annie Besant was elected the President of the Indian National Congress (INC) Calcutta session, becoming the first woman to hold this position. Her presidency marked a pivotal moment in the struggle for Indian independence, as she used her platform to advocate for constitutional reforms and greater political rights for Indians. Her campaign and the pressure of public opinion contributed to the enactment of the Montagu-Chelmsford proposals by the British Parliament.

15. Who was the first woman President of the Indian National Congress? [Chhattisgarh P.C.S. (Pre) 2015]

Correct Answer: (d) Annie Besant
Solution:Annie Besant was a British social reformer and activist whose work left an indelible mark on Indian history. Renowned for her leadership in the Theosophical Society, Besant played a pivotal role in the revival of theosophy. Her efforts in education played a significant role in establishing many educational institutions in India, including those focused on women's education. Annie Besant's engagement with the Theosophical Society began in 1889 when she joined the organization, which sought to explore spiritual philosophies and promote universal brotherhood. The Society was founded by Helena Petrovna Blavatsky and Henry Steel Olcott, and Besant quickly emerged as a leading figure. She represented the Theosophical Society at the Chicago World Parliament of Religions in 1893. Annie Besant became the second International President of the Theosophical Society in 1907 following the death of Col. H. S. Olcott. She kept this position until she died in 1933. In 1917, Annie Besant was elected the President of the Indian National Congress (INC) Calcutta session, becoming the first woman to hold this position. Her presidency marked a pivotal moment in the struggle for Indian independence, as she used her platform to advocate for constitutional reforms and greater political rights for Indians. Her campaign and the pressure of public opinion contributed to the enactment of the Montagu-Chelmsford proposals by the British Parliament.

16. Who was the first woman President of the Indian National Congress? [65th B.P.S.C. (Pre) 2018]

Correct Answer: (b) Mrs. Annie Besant
Solution:Annie Besant was a British social reformer and activist whose work left an indelible mark on Indian history. Renowned for her leadership in the Theosophical Society, Besant played a pivotal role in the revival of theosophy. Her efforts in education played a significant role in establishing many educational institutions in India, including those focused on women's education. Annie Besant's engagement with the Theosophical Society began in 1889 when she joined the organization, which sought to explore spiritual philosophies and promote universal brotherhood. The Society was founded by Helena Petrovna Blavatsky and Henry Steel Olcott, and Besant quickly emerged as a leading figure. She represented the Theosophical Society at the Chicago World Parliament of Religions in 1893. Annie Besant became the second International President of the Theosophical Society in 1907 following the death of Col. H. S. Olcott. She kept this position until she died in 1933. In 1917, Annie Besant was elected the President of the Indian National Congress (INC) Calcutta session, becoming the first woman to hold this position. Her presidency marked a pivotal moment in the struggle for Indian independence, as she used her platform to advocate for constitutional reforms and greater political rights for Indians. Her campaign and the pressure of public opinion contributed to the enactment of the Montagu-Chelmsford proposals by the British Parliament.

17. One Governor-General took part in one of the Congress Sessions. Identify the Governor-General and place where the Session was held: [U.P. Lower Sub. (Spl) (Pre) 2008]

Correct Answer: (b) Lord Wellington - Bombay - 1915
Solution:Lord Wellington participated in the session of Congress that was held in Bombay in 1915. It is notable that he was not the Governor-General of India at the time of the session. His tenure was from 1931 to 1936 as Governor-General and Viceroy.

18. Which of the following sessions of the Indian National Congress was presided over by C. Vijay Raghav Chariar? [U.P.P.C.S. (Mains) 2016]

Correct Answer: (b) Nagpur Session (1920)
Solution:C. Vijay Raghav Chariar presided over the Indian National Congress in 1920 at the Nagpur session, where Gandhiji’s advocacy of 'Swaraj' through Non-cooperation was debated and accepted.

19. In which one of the following sessions did Congress declare its policy towards the Indian States for the first time? [U.P.P.C.S. (Pre) 2015]

Correct Answer: (a) Nagpur session
Solution:In 1920, during the Nagpur Session, Congress declared its policy towards Princely rulers. They demanded the states to give full responsible Government to the citizens.

20. Which of the following Statements is/are true? [R.A.S./R.T.S. (Pre) 2018]

A. After the Nagpur Session (1920) of Congress, the provincial Congress Committees were constituted on a linguistic basis.
B. In 1948, Congress rejected the demand for reorganization of provinces on a linguistic basis.
Select the correct answer from the code below:

Correct Answer: (d) Both A and B
Solution:In the Nagpur session of Congress in 1920, approval was granted for the formation of Provincial Congress Committees on a linguistic basis. However, after independence, in 1948, the demand for reorganization of provinces on the basis of language was rejected by Congress.
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