Multiple choice general knowledge history At the time of death what was his role in CPI(M) party commitee Politburo Secretary-General State committee member Permanent invitee to the central committee Party secretary of West Bengal Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself C Correct answer Explanation At the time of his death, Jyoti Basu was a permanent invitee to the central committee of CPI(M). This was a special position created for him due to his stature and experience, even after he stepped down from active politics.