Who among the following founded the Indian National Congress in 1885?

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Answer 1

The correct answer is Allan Octavian Hume.

Key Points

Allan Octavian Hume, a retired British civil servant, was instrumental in the founding of the Indian National Congress in 1885.
He is often referred to as the "Father of the Indian National Congress" for his pivotal role in its establishment.
The Indian National Congress was founded to create a platform for civil and political dialogue among educated Indians.
The first session of the Indian National Congress was held in Bombay (now Mumbai) in December 1885.

Additional Information

W C Banerjee: He was the first president of the Indian National Congress. His full name was Womesh Chunder Bonnerjee.
Dadabhai Naoroji: Also known as the "Grand Old Man of India," he was a prominent member of the Indian National Congress and the first Indian to be elected to the British Parliament.
Annie Besant: A British socialist and supporter of Indian self-rule, she became the president of the Indian National Congress in 1917.
Formation of Congress: The Indian National Congress aimed to obtain a greater share in government for educated Indians, and its early leaders were primarily moderate in their demands.
Legacy: The Indian National Congress played a major role in the Indian independence movement and became the principal leader of the Indian independence struggle against British rule.