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Who was the chairman of the House Committee of the Constituent Assembly of India?

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

Answer options

  1. Pattabhi Sitaramayya
  2. AV Thakkar
  3. JB Kripalani
  4. K. M. Munshi

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Pattabhi Sitaramayya

Explanation: The correct answer is A. Pattabhi Sitaramayya. Dr. Pattabhi Sitaramayya was the chairman of the House Committee of the Constituent Assembly of India. This committee was responsible for looking after the accommodation and arrangements for the members of the Constituent Assembly during the drafting of the Constitution. Dr. Sitaramayya was a senior Congress leader and played an important role in the national movement as well. His administrative abilities made him suitable for heading such a committee during a critical phase in India's history.