The 'Indian Association of Calcutta', which served as an important precursor to the Congress, was founded in 1876 by whom? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The 'Indian Association of Calcutta', which served as an important precursor to the Congress, was founded in 1876 by whom?

A. Surendranath Banerjee and Ananda Mohan Bose

B. Dadabhai Naoroji and Dinshaw Wacha

C. Pherozeshah Mehta and Badruddin Tyabji

D. Gopal Krishna Gokhale and M. G. Ranade

Answer: Option A

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Surendranath Banerjee and Ananda Mohan Bose founded the Indian Association in 1876 to protect middle-class interests and create a unified public opinion.

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