Question: Name the political party announced by activist Irom Sharmila?
(a) People’s Democratic Alliance
(b) Liberal Democratic Alliance
(c) People’s Resurgence and Justice Alliance
(d) People’s Justice Alliance
Ans: (c)
Related facts:
- On 18 October 2016 Activist Irom Sharmila began her political journey by announcing a new political party.
- The name of the party is People’s Resurgence and Justice Alliance (PRJA).
- It should be known that she broke her 16-year-long fast demanding withdrawal of the Armed Forces Special Powers Act on 9 August 2016.
- She will be the co-convenor of the party, which includes a number of activists and entrepreneurs. Academician Erendro Leichombam is the convenor of the party.
Reference:
http://www.thehindu.com/news/national/other-states/irom-sharmila-floats-new-political-party-peoples-resurgence-and-justice-alliance/article9234887.ece
http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/Irom-Sharmilas-new-party-Peoples-Resurgence-Justice-Alliance/articleshow/54915182.cms