Untitled Deck Flashcards
What significant event occurred in 1916 in Lucknow?
Unity between Moderates and Extremists in INC; Lucknow Pact signed with the Muslim League.
Who was the first female President of INC?
Annie Besant in 1917, Calcutta.
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What was discussed at the special session in Bombay in 1918?
Deliberation on the Montagu-Chelmsford Reforms and INC’s participation in British reforms.
What was Motilal Nehru’s stance in 1919, Amritsar?
Support for the Khilafat Movement; Condemnation of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre.
What resolution was moved by Mahatma Gandhi in 1920, Calcutta?
Non-Cooperation Movement (NCM) resolution aiming at non-violent resistance against British rule.
What significant change occurred in the INC in 1920, Nagpur?
Reorganisation of Congress on linguistic grounds; M.A. Jinnah left the INC.
What was formed in 1922, Gaya?
Formation of the Swaraj Party after breaking away from INC, reflecting ideological differences.
What was notable about the 1924 Belgaum session?
Only session presided over by Mahatma Gandhi, emphasising his leadership within INC.
Who was the first Indian woman President of INC?
Sarojini Naidu in 1925, Kanpur.
What resolutions were passed in 1927, Madras?
Resolution against using Indian troops overseas and boycott of the Simon Commission; Resolution on Purna Swaraj.
What was established in 1928, Calcutta?
Formation of the All India Youth Congress to engage younger generations in the independence movement.
What significant resolution was passed in 1929, Lahore?
Poorna Swaraj’ resolution; decision to launch Civil Disobedience Movement; January 26, 1930 declared as Independence Day.
What was endorsed in 1931, Karachi?
Endorsement of the Gandhi-Irwin Pact; Resolutions on Fundamental Rights and National Economic Programme.
What amendment was made in 1934, Bombay?
Amendment in the Constitution of Congress, signalling the need for an updated organisational framework.
What shift occurred in Congress policies in 1936, Lucknow?
Emphasis on socialist principles, marking a shift toward left-wing economic ideas.
What was significant about the 1937 Faizpur session?
First Congress session held in a village, emphasising a connection to grassroots and rural India.
What was established in 1938, Haripura?
National Planning Committee established for India’s economic development post-independence.
What happened in 1939, Tripuri regarding leadership?
Subhas Chandra Bose re-elected but resigned after disputes; Rajendra Prasad took over; Formation of the Forward Bloc by Bose.
What decision was made in 1940, Ramgarh?
Decision to leave the final call on launching the Civil Disobedience Movement to Mahatma Gandhi.
What was notable about the 1946 Meerut session?
Last session before Indian independence; J.B. Kripalani was the INC president at the time of independence.
