Q. Who was the first woman participating publicly in the sessions of the Indian National Congress?
Answer: Swarnakumari Devi
Notes: In 1889 and 1890 Swarnakumari Devi served Indian National Congress. As her husband was secretary of the Indian National Congress, she was actively involved in politics. That was the first time women participated publicly in the sessions of the Indian National Congress.

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