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The first Satyagrahi selected by Mahatma Gandhi to launch the Individual Satyagraha in October 1940, was

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Answer options

  1. C. Rajagopalachari
  2. Vallabhbhai Patel
  3. Dr. Rajendra Prasad
  4. J.B. Kripalani

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Dr. Rajendra Prasad

Explanation: Dr. Rajendra Prasad was the first Satyagrahi selected by Mahatma Gandhi to launch the Individual Satyagraha in October 1940, protesting against British war policies in a non-violent manner. Other Information: ▪️ Individual Satyagraha aimed to assert the right to freedom of speech. ▪️ Dr. Rajendra Prasad later became the first President of India (1950–1962). ▪️ This Satyagraha prepared Indians for larger movements like Quit India in 1942. ▪️ Reinforced Gandhian methods of non-violent resistance and civil disobedience. ▪️ Mobilized leadership and volunteers for subsequent political campaigns against British rule.