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Who was the first woman President of the Indian National Congress?

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

Answer options

  1. Sarojini Naidu
  2. Madam Bhikaji Cama
  3. Annie Besant
  4. Aruna Asaf Ali

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Annie Besant

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: C) Annie Besant šŸ“š Explanation: Annie Besant, a prominent British socialist and supporter of Indian freedom, made history in 1917. She was elected as the very first woman President of the Indian National Congress and presided over the Calcutta session. Eight years later, Sarojini Naidu followed in her footsteps to become the first 'Indian' woman President.