Q. In which of the following sessions of Indian National Congress, Mahatma Gandhi had said, “Gandhi may die but Gandhism will remain forever”?
(a) Calcutta Session 1928
(b) Lahore Session 1929
(c) Karachi Session 1931
(d) Ramgarh Session 1940
Ans: (c) Karachi Session 1931
Explanation: The statement “Gandhi may die but Gandhism will remain forever” was made by Mahatma Gandhi during the (c) Karachi Session of the Indian National Congress in 1931.
The Karachi Session of the Indian National Congress was held from 26th to 31st March 1931. It was a significant session as it took place shortly after the signing of the Gandhi-Irwin Pact in 1931, which led to the release of political prisoners and marked a step towards resolving the civil disobedience movement.
During this session, Mahatma Gandhi delivered a powerful speech in which he made the statement, emphasizing the enduring impact of his ideology and principles even if he were to pass away.
Therefore, the correct answer is (c) Karachi Session 1931.
