Who among the following freedom fighters lost his life during the protest against Simon Commission where black flags were waved at the Commission?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Lala Lajpat Rai.
Lala Lajpat Rai was a noted freedom fighter and leader in India and lost his life during the protest against the Simon Commission. The Simon Commission was a controversial body that was sent to India by the British government to recommend constitutional reforms.
Lala Lajpat Rai was leading a peaceful procession in Lahore when the police force, under the command of Superintendent Scott, lathi-charged the activists, resulting in the death of Lala Lajpat Rai on October 30, 1928. This incident further fueled the Indian independence movement and the struggle for freedom from British rule.