In which of the following sessions of the Indian National Congress was Dadabhai Naoroji the President?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Calcutta Session, 1886.
Dadabhai Naoroji, known as the Grand Old Man of India, was a prominent leader in the early phase of the Indian National Congress (INC). He served as the President of the Calcutta Session of the INC in 1886, which was the second annual session of the Congress.
Naoroji played a critical role in laying the foundation for moderate nationalist politics and was the first Indian to be elected to the British Parliament. He is also known for his Drain Theory, which argued that a major cause of India's poverty was the economic exploitation by the British.
Other Options :
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Madras Session, 1887 – Chaired by Badruddin Tyabji.
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Bombay Session, 1885 – The first session, presided over by W.C. Bonnerjee.
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Allahabad Session, 1892 – Presided over by W.C. Bonnerjee again.