Who was the first Indian to become a member of the British Parliament? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Who was the first Indian to become a member of the British Parliament?
A. B.R. Ambedkar
B. Keshub Chandra Sen
C. Dadabhai Naoroji
D. Shyamji Krishna Varma
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Dadabhai Naoroji was the first Indian elected to the British House of Commons in 1892.

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Question #1
The first session of the Indian National Congress in 1885 was presided over by whom?
A. Allan Octavian Hume
B. Womesh Chandra Bonnerjee
C. Dadabhai Naoroji
D. Dinshaw Wacha

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
The inaugural session of the Indian National Congress was held at Bombay in December 1885 and was presided over by Womesh Chandra Bonnerjee (W.C. Bonnerjee).

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Question #2
The 'Bardoli Satyagraha' (1928) was against the enhancement of land revenue by what percent?
A. 30%
B. 22%
C. 50%
D. 10%

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
The government increased the land revenue by 22% in Bardoli, leading to the satyagraha led by Sardar Patel.

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Question #3
The Indian Constitution came into effect on:
A. November 26, 1949
B. August 15, 1947
C. January 26, 1949
D. January 26, 1950

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
The Indian Constitution came into effect on January 26, 1950, which is celebrated as Republic Day. The Constitution was adopted on November 26, 1949.

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