In which year was the Indian National Congress established?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. 1885.
The Indian National Congress (INC) was established in 1885. Founded by Allan Octavian Hume, along with Dadabhai Naoroji and Dinshaw Wacha, the INC aimed to create a platform for civil and political dialogue among educated Indians. The first session of the Congress was held in Bombay (now Mumbai) from December 28 to December 31, 1885. The INC played a pivotal role in the Indian independence movement, eventually becoming a major political force in the country.