Who among the following was the President of the Belgaum Session of the Indian National Congress held in 1924?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 1 i.e. Mahatma Gandhi.
Mahatma Gandhi had been the president of the 1920 Calcutta Session, but for the Belgaum session in 1924, it was Maulana Azad who took the lead as president. This session is notable because it was during this time that Gandhi, although not the president, played a crucial role in shaping the direction of the Congress and its strategies during the Non-Cooperation Movement.
Vallabhbhai Patel: Vallabhbhai Patel, also known as Sardar Patel, was a prominent leader in the Indian independence movement.
Subhas Chandra Bose: Subhas Chandra Bose is known for his role in forming the Indian National Army (INA) to fight against British rule.
Jawaharlal Nehru: Jawaharlal Nehru served as the first Prime Minister of India.