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Who among the following founded the 'East India Association'?

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

Answer options

  1. Surendranath Banerjee
  2. W.C. Bonnerjee
  3. Dadabhai Naoroji
  4. Allan Octavian Hume

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Dadabhai Naoroji

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: C) Dadabhai Naoroji šŸ“š Explanation: Dadabhai Naoroji, affectionately known as the Grand Old Man of India, founded the East India Association in London. His primary goal was to discuss Indian questions and influence British public men to promote Indian welfare. It became one of the most prominent predecessor organizations to the Indian National Congress.