Who among the following was the lady revolutionary who fired point-blank at the Bengal Governor Stanley Jackson during the convocation ceremony of Calcutta University in 1932? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Who among the following was the lady revolutionary who fired point-blank at the Bengal Governor Stanley Jackson during the convocation ceremony of Calcutta University in 1932?
A. Kalpana Datta
B. Matangini Hazra
C. Bina Das
D. Pritilata Waddedar
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Bina Das, an alumnus of Diocesan College, shot at Governor Stanley Jackson while receiving her degree at the Senate House of Calcutta University in February 1932.

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