With reference to the Lahore Session of the Indian National Congress in December 1929, consider the following statements: 1. Jawaharlal Nehru was chosen as Congress President largely due to the support of provincial committees and Gandhi’s endorsement. 2. The Congress formally adopted complete independence (Purna Swaraj) as its goal during this session. 3. The Congress Working Committee was authorised to launch a civil disobedience movement, and January 26, 1930 was declared as Independence Day. Which of the above statements is/are correct? |ForumIAS

[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 2 and 3 only

[C] 1 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: B

Notes:

Explanation:

15 out of 18 Provincial Congress Committees opposed Nehru’s nomination. He was chosen primarily due to Gandhi’s backing and to reflect the youth upsurge and symbolic importance of the moment (adoption of Purna Swaraj).
At the Lahore Session (Dec 1929), the Congress formally declared complete independence as its ultimate goal, replacing dominion status.
The CWC was authorised to launch civil disobedience, including non-payment of taxes, and January 26, 1930 was declared Independence Day, to be celebrated across the country.

Source: Spectrum’s A Brief History of Modern India

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