History · Rise of Indian Nationalism
UGC NET June 2014 History
Who of the following led a delegation to London to demand female franchise?
AAnnie Besant ✓ Correct
BSucheta Kripalani
CSarla Devi
DSarojini Naidu
Correct answer: (A) Annie Besant — Annie Besant led the delegation to London for female franchise, so the answer is Annie Besant.
Explanation
★Annie Besant led the delegation to London for female franchise, so the answer is Annie Besant.
★She worked for the right of Indian women to vote.
★She had founded the Home Rule League in India in 1916.
★She became the first woman president of the Indian National Congress.
★She was a theosophist and a champion of Indian self-rule.
★Her efforts helped raise the cause of women in public life.
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