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Which of the following nationalist leaders founded the 'Swaraj Party' in January 1923 along with Motilal Nehru after the suspension of the Non-Cooperation Movement?

A. Chittaranjan Das✓ Correct Answer
B. Subhas Chandra Bose
C. Vallabhbhai Patel
D. C. Rajagopalachari

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Chittaranjan Das co-founded the Swaraj Party in January 1923 alongside Motilal Nehru after differences emerged within the Indian National Congress following the abrupt suspension of the Non-Cooperation Movement. Leaders like Vallabhbhai Patel remained staunchly opposed to council entry during that political phase. The Swarajists aimed to contest legislative elections to obstruct colonial policies from within government institutions.

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