Where was the Indian National Congress session held in 1929?

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RPF SI (2018) Official Paper (Held On: 19 Dec, 2018 Shift 1)

Answer 1

The correct answer is Lahore

Key Points

The Indian National Congress session in 1929 was held in Lahore.
This session is historically significant as it marked the declaration of Purna Swaraj or complete independence from British rule.
During this session, the Tricolor flag was hoisted by Jawaharlal Nehru on December 31, 1929.
This session paved the way for the Civil Disobedience Movement which was launched in 1930.
The Lahore session is considered a turning point in the Indian independence movement.

Additional Information

The Indian National Congress (INC) was founded in 1885 and played a crucial role in the Indian independence movement.
Key leaders of the INC during the 1929 session included Mahatma Gandhi, Jawaharlal Nehru, and Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.
The resolution for Purna Swaraj was formally adopted on January 26, 1930, which later became the date for India's Republic Day.
The INC sessions were instrumental in shaping the strategies and policies of the freedom struggle.
The Lahore session also emphasized the importance of non-violent resistance and civil disobedience against colonial rule.