Congress Sessions — Set 8
Indian History · कांग्रेस अधिवेशन · Questions 71–80 of 80
Who was the longest-serving Congress President before independence?
Correct Answer: C. Maulana Abul Kalam Azad
Maulana Abul Kalam Azad was the longest-serving President before independence. He served from 1940 to 1946 because no sessions were held during World War II. He was also the youngest president elected in 1923.
The song 'Vande Mataram' was first sung at which Congress session?
Correct Answer: B. 1896 Calcutta
Vande Mataram was first sung at the 1896 Calcutta session. It was composed by Bankim Chandra Chatterjee. The session was presided over by Rahimtullah Sayani.
The national anthem 'Jana Gana Mana' was first sung at which session?
Correct Answer: A. 1911 Calcutta
Jana Gana Mana was first sung at the 1911 Calcutta session. It was written by Rabindranath Tagore. The session was presided over by Bishan Narayan Dar.
In which session did the Congress and Muslim League sign a pact?
Correct Answer: A. Lucknow, 1916
The Congress and Muslim League signed the historic Lucknow Pact in 1916. This session also saw the reunion of the Moderate and Extremist wings of the Congress. A.C. Mazumdar was the President.
Where was the 1931 session held that endorsed the Fundamental Rights resolution?
Correct Answer: D. Karachi
The 1931 session was held in Karachi. It is famous for the Resolution on Fundamental Rights and National Economic Programme. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel presided over it.
Who was the first Englishman to preside over a Congress session?
Correct Answer: B. George Yule
George Yule was the first Englishman to become Congress President. He presided over the 1888 Allahabad session. This showed the inclusive nature of the early Congress.
In which year was the first session of the Indian National Congress held?
Correct Answer: A. 1885
The first session was held in December 1885. It took place in Bombay with 72 delegates. This marked the formal beginning of the Indian National Congress.
Who presided over the 1929 Lahore session?
Correct Answer: A. Jawaharlal Nehru
Jawaharlal Nehru presided over the 1929 Lahore session. This session is historic for the Poorna Swaraj resolution. It marked the transfer of leadership to the younger generation.
How many delegates attended the first session of the Congress in 1885?
Correct Answer: D. 72
72 delegates attended the first session. They represented various provinces of India. The session was held at Gokuldas Tejpal Sanskrit College, Bombay.
At which Congress session was the 'Poorna Swaraj' (Complete Independence) resolution passed?
Correct Answer: C. Lahore Session, 1929
The historic Lahore Session of 1929, presided by Jawaharlal Nehru, passed the Poorna Swaraj resolution demanding complete independence from British rule. On 26 January 1930, the declaration was publicly issued, and this date was later chosen as Republic Day.