UPSC CSE Prelims
Question 51
The 1929 Session of Indian National Congress is of significance in the history of the Freedom Movement because the
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Correct answer: B
Correct Option: B
Explanation: At the Lahore session in December 1929, the Congress under Jawaharlal Nehru adopted complete independence (Purna Swaraj) as its objective.
Option-wise Analysis:
A: Incorrect - Self-government or dominion status had been sought earlier; the 1929 decision went further.
B: Correct - Correct: the Lahore Congress formally adopted Purna Swaraj.
C: Incorrect - Non-Cooperation began in 1920, years before this session.
D: Incorrect - The Congress did not decide here to join the London Round Table Conference.