The correct answer is (a) Dadabhai Naoroji.
Dadabhai Naoroji was an Indian economist, politician, and the first Indian to be elected to the British Parliament. He was also the first President of the Indian National Congress.
Naoroji was born in Bombay in 1825. He studied at Elphinstone College and then went on to study in England. After returning to India, he worked as a professor of mathematics and economics. He also became involved in politics and was a member of the Bombay Legislative Council.
In 1885, Naoroji founded the Indian National Congress. He was the first President of the Congress and served in that position for two terms. He was also a member of the British Parliament from 1892 to 1895.
Naoroji was a strong advocate for Indian independence. He wrote several books on the subject, including “Poverty and
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