Q. Who headed the Interim Cabinet formed in the year 1946?
(a) Rajendra Prasad
(b) Jawaharlal Nehru
(c) Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
(d) Rajagopalachari
Ans: (b) Jawaharlal Nehru
Explanation: The correct answer is (b) Jawaharlal Nehru.
Jawaharlal Nehru, who later became the first Prime Minister of independent India, headed the Interim Cabinet formed in the year 1946. The Interim Cabinet was established as a transitional government during the period between the announcement of the Cabinet Mission Plan in 1946 and India’s independence in 1947.
Jawaharlal Nehru played a crucial role in the Indian independence movement and was a prominent leader within the Indian National Congress. He was chosen to lead the Interim Cabinet due to his leadership qualities and popularity among the Congress members.
The other options mentioned are notable leaders in Indian history, but they did not head the Interim Cabinet formed in 1946. Rajendra Prasad became the first President of India, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel served as the first Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Home Affairs, and Rajagopalachari (C. Rajagopalachari) served as the last Governor-General of India. However, none of them headed the Interim Cabinet during that period.
