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Which prominent freedom fighter is associated with the foundation of the Punjab National Bank (PNB) in 1894?

1. Lala Lajpat Rai
2. Bal Gangadhar Tilak
3. Dadabhai Naoroji
4. Bipin Chandra Pal

Correct answer: Lala Lajpat Rai

Solution

Lala Lajpat Rai is associated with the foundation of Punjab National Bank in 1894. He supported indigenous economic institutions as part of the nationalist movement.

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