Who among the following was the prominent British lady who served as the first woman President of the Indian National Congress in 1917? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Who among the following was the prominent British lady who served as the first woman President of the Indian National Congress in 1917?
A. Annie Besant
B. Sarojini Naidu
C. Nellie Sengupta
D. Kadambini Ganguly
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Annie Besant presided over the Calcutta Session of the Indian National Congress in 1917, making her the first woman president of the organization.

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