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Mention two associations which served as the forerunners (precursors) of the Indian National Congress. Who were the founders of the two associations?
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Two associations which served as the forerunners (precursors) of the Indian National Congress were-
- East India Association — It was founded at London in 1866 by Dadabhai Naoroji.
- Indian National Conference — It was founded at Kolkata in 1883 by Surendranath Banerjea.
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