Who among the following was the only person to serve as the President of the Indian National Congress continuously for six years from 1940 to 1946 due to WWII political developments? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Who among the following was the only person to serve as the President of the Indian National Congress continuously for six years from 1940 to 1946 due to WWII political developments?
A. Rajendra Prasad
B. Maulana Abul Kalam Azad
C. Acharya J. B. Kripalani
D. Jawaharlal Nehru
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Maulana Abul Kalam Azad served as Congress President from 1940 to 1946 because no regular organizational elections could be held due to the Quit India movement and the war.

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