In 1920, which of the following changed its name to "Swarajya Sabha"?
A
All India Home Rule League
B
Hindu Mahasabha
C
South Indian Liberal Federation
D
The Servants of India Society
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation
1. The question asks which organization changed its name to "Swarajya Sabha" in 1920.
2. The All India Home Rule League was founded by Bal Gangadhar Tilak and Annie Besant to demand self-government or home rule for India.
3. In 1920, Mahatma Gandhi was elected President of the All India Home Rule League.
4. Under Gandhi's leadership, in October 1920, the organization passed a resolution to change its name to "Swarajya Sabha" and alter its objectives to work for complete Swaraj, aligning it more closely with the goals of the Indian National Congress at that time.
5. The Hindu Mahasabha (B), South Indian Liberal Federation (Justice Party) (C), and The Servants of India Society (D) are distinct organizations and did not change their names to Swarajya Sabha.