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Whom was Gandhiji referring to when he talked about his political heir at the meeting of the A.I.C.C. held in Wardha on January 15, 1942?

  1. Vallabhbhai Patel

  2. Rajendra Prasad

  3. Jawaharlal Nehru

  4. Abdul Kalam Azad
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C Correct answer
Explanation

At the AICC meeting in Wardha on January 15, 1942, Gandhi publicly referred to Jawaharlal Nehru as his political heir. This declaration was significant as it clarified the leadership succession within the Congress movement. Despite differences with Gandhi on economic and social issues, Nehru was chosen for his modern outlook, mass appeal, and international vision for independent India.

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To answer this question, we need to understand the historical context and the political figures during that time.

Gandhiji was referring to his political heir at the meeting of the A.I.C.C. (All India Congress Committee) held in Wardha on January 15, 1942. This meeting was significant as it discussed the future leadership of the Indian National Congress and the freedom struggle.

The correct answer is C) Jawaharlal Nehru. Gandhiji chose Nehru as his political heir, acknowledging his leadership qualities and his dedication to the freedom movement. Nehru went on to become the first Prime Minister of independent India and played a crucial role in shaping the nation's policies and governance.

Option A) Vallabhbhai Patel - Although Patel was a prominent leader in the Indian National Congress and played a crucial role in the integration of princely states after independence, Gandhiji did not refer to him as his political heir at the meeting in Wardha.

Option B) Rajendra Prasad - Prasad was also a prominent leader in the Indian National Congress and later became the first President of independent India. However, Gandhiji did not refer to him as his political heir at the meeting in Wardha.

Option D) Abdul Kalam Azad - Azad was a prominent leader in the Indian National Congress and a close associate of Gandhiji. However, Gandhiji did not refer to him as his political heir at the meeting in Wardha.

Therefore, the correct answer is C) Jawaharlal Nehru.

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