The Indian National Congress was founded in: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The Indian National Congress was founded in:
A. 1890
B. 1883
C. 1885
D. 1905
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
The INC was founded in 1885 by A.O. Hume, with its first session held in Bombay under W.C. Bonnerjee.

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A. 1909
B. 1905
C. 1906
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Correct Answer: Option C


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