Correct option is A
- The Indian National Congress (INC) session of 1888 was held in Allahabad and presided over by George Yule, the first Englishman to lead an INC session. It focused on administrative reforms, Indian representation in governance, and civil rights.
- First INC session presided over by a non-Indian (George Yule).
- Emphasized constitutional reforms and civil rights.
- Promoted Indian representation in government services.
- INC was in its moderate phase, advocating dialogue over confrontation.
- Encouraged British liberal support for Indian self-governance.
- Set the stage for future nationalist demands.
- Bombay: INC's first session (1885) was held here under W.C. Bonnerjee.
- Calcutta: Hosted the 1886 and 1893 sessions.
- Nagpur: Hosted the 1891 session under P. Ananda Charlu.