Being the President of the Indian National Congress, who among the following had called for complete independence from the British Raj in 1929?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 1 i.e. Jawaharlal Nehru.
In 1929, Jawaharlal Nehru was appointed as the President of the Indian National Congress during the Lahore Session. During his tenure, the Congress passed the notable resolution for "Purna Swaraj" (Complete Independence) on December 31, 1929.
The first Independence Day was observed on January 26, 1930, proclaiming India's dedication to achieving total freedom from British rule. This date eventually became the basis for the Republic Day celebrations in 1950.
Here’s why the other options are not applicable:
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Subhas Chandra Bose: He became the President of the Congress in 1938 (Haripura session) and 1939 (Tripuri session) but did not participate in the 1929 call for Purna Swaraj.
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Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel: Although a significant leader, he did not hold the position of Congress President in 1929 and did not call for complete independence.
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Mahatma Gandhi: While he led the independence movement, he was not the Congress President in 1929. Gandhi advocated for Swaraj, but it was Jawaharlal Nehru who officially declared Purna Swaraj.