Q. The first split in the Indian National Congress took place at Surat in
(a) 1905
(b) 1907
(c) 1920
(d) 1929.
Ans: (b) 1907
Explanation: The first split in the Indian National Congress took place at Surat in 1907. The session held at Surat is famously known as the Surat Session of the Indian National Congress. The split occurred between the Moderates, led by Gopal Krishna Gokhale, and the Extremists, led by Bal Gangadhar Tilak. The ideological differences between the two factions, particularly regarding the methods of struggle and the extent of self-rule, led to a heated debate and ultimately resulted in a formal split within the Congress. This event marked a significant turning point in the history of the Indian National Congress and the nationalist movement in India.
