As of 10 April 2022, who among the following is the Chief Minister of Puducherry?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. N Rangasamy.
- Natesan Krishnasamy Rangasamy is an Indian politician and the current Chief Minister of the Union Territory of Puducherry.
- Rangasamy is the founder and leader of the All India NR Congress (AINRC) political party.
- Rangasamy started his political career in the Indian National Congress party and served as a member of the Legislative Assembly of Puducherry for five terms from 1985 to 2011.
- In 2011, Rangasamy formed his own party, the AINRC, and contested the elections, winning a majority and becoming the Chief Minister of Puducherry for the first time.
- He was re-elected in 2021 and is currently serving his second term as Chief Minister.