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Which of the following acted as President of the Indian National Congress for six consecutive years?

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

Answer options

  1. Jawaharlal Nehru
  2. Dadabhai Naoroji
  3. Abul Kalam Azad
  4. Gopal Krishna Gokhale

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Abul Kalam Azad

Explanation: Maulana Abul Kalam Azad served as President of the Indian National Congress for six consecutive years, reflecting his leadership and organizational skills during the freedom struggle. Other Information: ▪️ He was a senior Congress leader, scholar, and later independent India’s first Education Minister. ▪️ Advocated for Hindu-Muslim unity and non-violence in the freedom movement. ▪️ Strengthened Congress’s role in negotiating with British authorities. ▪️ His tenure helped institutionalize organizational strategies within Congress. ▪️ Contributed significantly to the promotion of education and cultural development in India.