Q. Which of the following woman freedom fighter is known as "the grand old lady of India"?

Usha Mehta

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Suraiya Tyabji

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Aruna Asaf Ali

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Sarojini Naidu

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Solution

The correct option is C Aruna Asaf Ali
Explanation:

Option (c) is correct: Aruna Asaf Ali was a freedom fighter known for her role in Quit India Movement. She had also participated in various non-violent agitations during the Salt Satyagraha. For her role in the Indian independence struggle, she was awarded the Padma Vibhushan in 1992 and the Bharat Ratna posthumously in 1997. In her honour, the Dr. Aruna Asaf Ali Sadbhawan Award is conferred annually by the All India Minorities Front.

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