Q. Consider the following statements regarding Indian History Congress (IHC):
1. It was established during British Colonial rule.
2. It is the largest association of professional historians in South Asia.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Answer: C
Notes:
Both statements are correct
Indian History Congress (IHC):
- IHC was founded in 1935. It is the largest association of professional historians in South Asia.
- Origin: The lead to establish IHC was taken by Poona historians during the period of British colonial rule. The first session took place in Bharat Itihas Sanshodhak Mandal, Poona in 1935.
- Mandate: Its main objective is to promote secular and scientific writing of history. It also has been holding its sessions very regularly.
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