SSC CGL 2024 PYQ — Question 27

SSC CGL - 18 Sep 2024 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q27

Which Indian political leader was called as Lok Nayak?

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Jai Prakash Narayan.

 

The Indian political leader known as "Lok Nayak" (People's Leader) was Jayaprakash Narayan. A prominent freedom fighter and social reformer, he played a crucial role in India’s independence movement and later in post-independence politics. He is best remembered for leading the Total Revolution in the 1970s, which aimed to address political corruption and social inequality. His leadership during the anti-Emergency movement against Prime Minister Indira Gandhi earned him immense respect and the title "Lok Nayak" from the people of India.