Q. What was established by Indian nationalists in 1885 to fight for Indian self-rule?
✅ Correct Answer: (D)
Indian National Congress
Explanation:
In 1885, Indian nationalists established the Indian National Congress (INC) to fight for Indian self-rule and to give Indians a political platform to voice their concerns under British rule.
- The first session was held in Bombay (now Mumbai) and was presided over by Womesh Chunder Bonnerjee.
- The INC played a pivotal role in India's struggle for independence, especially under leaders like Mahatma Gandhi, Jawaharlal Nehru, and Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.
Why other options are incorrect:
- (A) Indian Congress: Incorrect name; incomplete.
- (B) National Congress: Too vague; not the official name.
- (C) Indian Independence Congress: No such organization by that name was founded in 1885.
Hence, the correct and full name is Indian National Congress (INC).
Explanation by: Mr. Dubey
In 1885, Indian nationalists established the Indian National Congress (INC) to fight for Indian self-rule and to give Indians a political platform to voice their concerns under British rule.
- The first session was held in Bombay (now Mumbai) and was presided over by Womesh Chunder Bonnerjee.
- The INC played a pivotal role in India's struggle for independence, especially under leaders like Mahatma Gandhi, Jawaharlal Nehru, and Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.
Why other options are incorrect:
- (A) Indian Congress: Incorrect name; incomplete.
- (B) National Congress: Too vague; not the official name.
- (C) Indian Independence Congress: No such organization by that name was founded in 1885.
Hence, the correct and full name is Indian National Congress (INC).