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At which one of the following Sessions of the Indian National Congress was the resolution on Fundamental Rights and Economic Policy passed?
Explanation
The Indian National Congress passed the landmark resolution on Fundamental Rights and the National Economic Programme during its Karachi Session in March 1931 [1]. Presided over by Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, this session was significant as it defined what 'Swaraj' would mean for the masses, emphasizing that political freedom must include economic freedom for the starving millions [2]. The Fundamental Rights resolution guaranteed civil liberties such as free speech, press, and assembly, while the National Economic Programme advocated for substantial reductions in rent, relief from agricultural indebtedness, and state control of key industries [2]. This session also endorsed the Gandhi-Irwin Pact (Delhi Pact) and reiterated the goal of Purna Swaraj [1]. The Karachi Resolution served as a foundational blueprint for the future Constitution of India, influencing its socio-economic and rights-based framework.
Sources
- [1] Rajiv Ahir. A Brief History of Modern India (2019 ed.). SPECTRUM. > Chapter 19: Civil Disobedience Movement and Round Table Conferences > Congress Resolutions at Karachi > p. 381
- [2] Rajiv Ahir. A Brief History of Modern India (2019 ed.). SPECTRUM. > Chapter 19: Civil Disobedience Movement and Round Table Conferences > Civil Disobedience Movement the Salt Satyagraha and Other Upsurges > p. 382