The historic Lucknow Session of the Indian National Congress in 1916 was presided over by:
A. Annie Besant
B. Rash Behari Ghosh
C. Ambica Charan Mazumdar
D. Motilal Nehru
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Ambica Charan Mazumdar presided over the 1916 Lucknow Session, which is historically significant for the 'Lucknow Pact' between the Congress and the Muslim League, and the reunion of moderates and extremists.
Explanation:
The Minto-Morley Reforms of 1909 introduced separate electorates for Muslims, which was a key demand of the Muslim League. This marked a significant step towards communal representation.
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