Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Political Science

Chapter

Politics in India Since Independence: Challenges of nation Building

Question:

The famous speech 'tryst with destiny' was given by which leader?

Options:

Mahatma Gandhi

B.R. Ambedkar

Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru

Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel

Correct Answer:

Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (3) - Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru

In the transformative moment between the 14th and 15th of August 1947, India achieved its long-awaited independence. It was at the stroke of midnight when the nation's freedom was realized, marking a historic milestone in its journey.  On this occasion, Jawaharlal Nehru, the first Prime Minister of independent India, addressed a special session of the Constituent Assembly. It was during this event that Nehru delivered his iconic speech, commonly known as the "Tryst with Destiny".
Tryst with Destiny focuses on restoring the glory of India and rebuilding after the destruction caused by British rule. The speech's central aspect was addressing ignorance, poverty and health.