Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Political Science

Chapter

Politics in India Since Independence: Challenges of nation Building

Question:

‘Tryst with destiny’ speech is associated with which of the following leader?

Options:

Sardar V. Patel

Dr. Rajender Prasad

Mahatma Gandhi

Jawahar Lal Nehru

Correct Answer:

Jawahar Lal Nehru

Explanation:

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".