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In which session of the Indian National Congress was the resolution for 'Purna Swaraj' (Complete Independence) passed?

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

Answer options

  1. Belgaum Session, 1924
  2. Karachi Session, 1931
  3. Lahore Session, 1929
  4. Calcutta Session, 1928

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Lahore Session, 1929

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: C) Lahore Session, 1929 šŸ“š Explanation: The Lahore Session of 1929 was presided over by Jawaharlal Nehru and is historic for the adoption of the 'Purna Swaraj' resolution. It was decided that January 26, 1930, would be observed as the first Independence Day across India. This session marked a shift from the demand for 'Dominion Status' to a total break from British imperial rule.