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Mahatma Gandhi presided over the Annual Session of Congress only once at :

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

Answer options

  1. Kakinada, 1923
  2. Belgaum, 1925
  3. Kanpur, 1925
  4. Gauhati, 1926

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Belgaum, 1925

Explanation: Mahatma Gandhi presided over the Annual Session of Congress only once, at Belgaum in 1925, marking his first and only term as Congress President. Other Information: ▪️ Session highlighted Gandhi’s leadership and emphasis on non-violence and constructive programmes. ▪️ Belgaum session focused on promoting khadi and Swadeshi movement. ▪️ Gandhi worked to strengthen grassroots participation in Congress. ▪️ Advocated for Hindu-Muslim unity and rural development. ▪️ Set the tone for future campaigns like Non-Cooperation and Civil Disobedience.