Who among the following was the President of Congress during independence?


A) Acharya Kripalani

B) Mahatma Gandhi

C) Maulana Azad

D) Sardar Patel

Correct Answer:
A) Acharya Kripalani

Description for Correct answer:
J. B. Kripalani was the President of Indian National Congress at the time of independence. Acharya (scholar) Jiwantram Bhagwandas Kripalani was a Gandhian Socialist, environmentalist, mystic and freedom fighter, noted for his incorruptibility and determination.

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