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The famous resolution on 'Purna Swaraj' (Complete Independence) was adopted at which session of the Indian National Congress?

A. Calcutta Session, 1928
B. Lahore Session, 1929✓ Correct Answer
C. Karachi Session, 1931
D. Tripuri Session, 1939

💡 Solution & Explanation

The Lahore Session of the Indian National Congress held in December 1929 under the presidency of Jawaharlal Nehru adopted the historic Purna Swaraj resolution. This resolution declared complete independence as the ultimate goal of the national movement and led to the unfurling of the tricolor flag on the banks of the Ravi River. Alternative gatherings like the Calcutta session focused on Dominion status, whereas Karachi dealt with fundamental rights.

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