History of The Indian National Congress

History Of The Indian National Congress

From its foundation on 28 December 1885 until the time of independence of India on 15 August 1947, the Indian National Congress was the largest and most prominent Indian public organization, and central and defining influence of the Indian Independence Movement.

Although initially and primarily a political body, the Congress transformed itself into a national vehicle for social reform and human upliftment. The Congress was the strongest foundation and defining influence of modern Indian nationalism.

Read more about History Of The Indian National Congress:  1885–1907, World War I: The Battle For The Soul, Ascendance To Power (1937–1942), The Final Battles

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