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Correct Answer: Option (C) — Gopal Krishna Gokhale
Concept & Option Breakdown
Standard Reference VerifiedGopal Krishna Gokhale declined the offer of Knighthood and a seat on the Council of the Secretary of State for India, believing that accepting official colonial honours and posts would compromise his independent leadership and commitment to India's self-governance.
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