In which annual session of the Indian National Congress was the proclamation of commitment to "Purna Swaraj", or complete independence, taken?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 1
The correct answer is Option (1) → Lahore, December 1929
At the end of December 1929 the Congress held its annual session in Lahore, where Jawaharlal Nehru was elected President and the commitment to “Purna Swaraj”, or complete independence, was proclaimed.
NCERT (2026-27): “3. The Salt Satyagraha A Case Study … In the end of December 1929, the Congress held its annual session in the city of Lahore. The meeting was significant for two things: the election of Jawaharlal Nehru as President, signifying the passing of the baton of leadership to the younger generation; and the proclamation of commitment to ‘Purna Swaraj’, or complete independence. Now the pace of politics picked up once more. On 26 January 1930, ‘Independence Day’ was observed, with the national flag being hoisted in different venues, and patriotic songs being sung.…” |