Who was elected as the temporary President of the Constituent Assembly during its first meeting?
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Correct answer: Dr. Sachchidananda Sinha
Following the French practice of electing the oldest member, Dr. Sachchidananda Sinha was chosen as temporary President on December 9, 1946. Dr. Rajendra Prasad was elected permanent President later.
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