Consider the following statements : 1. The first woman President of the Indian National Congress was Sarojini Naidu. 2. The first Muslim President of the Indian National Congress was Badruddin Tyabji. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A
1 only
B
2 only
Correct Answer
C
Both 1 and 2
D
Neither 1 nor 2
Explanation
Statement 2 is correct because Badruddin Tyabji became the first Muslim President of the Indian National Congress (INC) during its third session held in Madras in 1887. Statement 1 is incorrect because Annie Besant was the first woman President of the INC (1917), while Sarojini Naidu was the first *Indian* woman to hold the position (1925). This question tests the core concept of significant leadership milestones and "firsts" in the history of the Indian National Congress.
Modern Indian HistoryIndian National Congress (INC) PresidentsIndian National CongressSarojini NaiduBadruddin Tyabjifirst woman Presidentfirst Muslim PresidentAnnie Besant