UPSC Prelims 2024 Question on Provisional President of Constituent Assembly
Q. Who was the Provisional President of the Constituent Assembly before Dr. Rajendra Prasad took over?
✅ Correct Answer: (d) Dr. Sachchidananda Sinha
Explanation:
The Constituent Assembly of India was formed in 1946 to frame the Constitution of India.
Dr. Sachchidananda Sinha, being the oldest member of the Assembly, was appointed as the Provisional (Temporary) President following the French practice.
Later, Dr. Rajendra Prasad was elected as the permanent President of the Constituent Assembly.
