Assertion (A): The Indian National Congress was formed in 1885. Reason (R): The main aim of the Indian National Congress at its inception was to demand complete…

ICSE Class 10 History & Civics PYQ · 2026 Specimen · Part I

1(vii)1 Mark · 2026 · Part I · 2026 Specimen

Assertion (A): The Indian National Congress was formed in 1885.
Reason (R): The main aim of the Indian National Congress at its inception was to demand complete independence for India.

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(A) is true and (R) is false.

Explanation — The early aim of the Congress was to promote moderate reforms, seek greater representation for Indians in the British administration, and advocate for social and economic improvements. It was only later with the growing dissatisfaction with British rule, that the Congress started demanding full independence.

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