Question

Who presided over the first meeting of the Sree Moolam Praja Sabha in Thiruvananthapuram in 1904?)

• A. The British Governor
• B. King Sri Mulam Thirunal Ramavarma
• C. Diwan V P Madhava Rao
• D. The King of Cochin

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Diwan V P Madhava Rao

Sree Moolam Praja Sabha

• Sree Moolam Praja Sabha was established in Travancore on October 1, 1904, 
• It was an important step towards increasing the participation of the people in the governance of the princely state.
• This assembly marked a significant development in the constitutional history of Travancore, as it provided a platform for representatives to discuss and address various issues related to governance and public welfare.
• The first meeting of the Assembly took place on October 22, 1904 at the Victoria
  Jubilee Town Hall in Thiruvananthapuram.
• Diwan V P Madhava Rao presided over the inagural proceedings. 
• It was attended by 88 members