People And Personalities in Indian Geography : Practice MCQ Questions & Answers with Explanations

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The famous civil rights activist Irom Chanu Sharmila belongs to which state of India?

Himachal Pradesh

Manipur

Assam

Tripura

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Correct Answer: B — Manipur

Explanation:

Irom Chanu Sharmila, known as the 'Iron Lady of Manipur', is from Manipur. She is renowned for her 16-year hunger strike (2000–2016) demanding the repeal of the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA) from Manipur. She is one of the longest hunger strikers in history.