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In which session of Indian National Congress decided to observe 26th January of every year as the Independence day?

AAmaravathi Congress

BBombay Congress

CLahore Congress

DBelgaum Congress

Answer:

C. Lahore Congress

Read Explanation:

  • The decision to observe January 26 as "Independence Day" was made during the Lahore session of the Indian National Congress.
  • The session took place in 1929.
  • Jawaharlal Nehru presided over the session.
  • The Congress adopted the resolution of "Purna Swaraj" (complete independence) during this session.
  • January 26, 1930, was observed as the first Independence Day to symbolize the commitment to achieving full independence.
  • After India gained independence in 1947, January 26, 1950, was chosen as the date for Republic Day to honor this earlier commitment.

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