- Gandhi saw the Khilafat issue (concerning the fate of the Ottoman Caliphate after World War I) as an opportunity to unite Hindus and Muslims in the struggle against British rule. - His presidency at this key conference demonstrated his involvement and leadership role in the early phase of the Khilafat movement. - The conference decided to boycott British goods.
Who was elected as President of the All India Khilafat Conference (23rd November, 1919)?
Asked in WBPSC CS Prelims 2020 · Topic: Khilafat Movement (Gandhi's support and rationale for joining the movement)
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