Question

With reference to Dadabhai Noroji consider the following statements:
1. In 1866, he set up East India Association.
2. He is popular in Indian history as the ‘Grand Old Man of India’.
3. He was thrice made the President of Indian National Congress.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?

• A. Only 1 and 2
• B. Only 2
• C. Only 3
• D. All of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is D All of the above

Dadabhai Noroji, in 1866, set up the East India Association in London. Its objective was to keep the British leaders informed about problems in India and to force their attention towards Indian interests. He also intended to bring to the notice of the British, the fact of economic exploitation in India. Soon he came to be known as the ‘Grand Old Man of India’. He was made President of Indian National Congress thrice