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The famous 'Palaash' resolution demanding complete independence (Purna Swaraj) was officially adopted at which annual session of the Indian National Congress?

A. Calcutta Session, 1928
B. Lahore Session, 1929✓ Correct Answer
C. Karachi Session, 1931
D. Faizpur Session, 1937

💡 Solution & Explanation

The Lahore Session of the Indian National Congress held in December 1929 officially adopted the Purna Swaraj resolution, with Jawaharlal Nehru serving as its president. Earlier sessions like the one in Calcutta in 1928 demanded dominion status, making the Lahore Session a major turning point toward complete sovereignty. This historic session also set January 26 to be celebrated annually as Independence Day.

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