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In which Congress the demand for ‘Purna Swaraj’ was placed?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Lahore Congress
  2. Surat Congress
  3. Calcutta Congress
  4. Nagpur Congress

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Lahore Congress

Explanation: ✅ Correct Answer: A) Lahore Congress 📚 Explanation: During the 1929 Lahore session of the Indian National Congress, presided over by Jawaharlal Nehru, the historic 'Purna Swaraj' (Complete Independence) resolution was passed. This marked a definitive shift from demanding dominion status to seeking full freedom. On this occasion, the tricolor flag was unfurled on the banks of the Ravi river. January 26, 1930, was declared as the first Independence Day for Indians to celebrate.