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Who wore a human rights badge on his shirt during the medal ceremony in 1968 Mexico Olympics?

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John Carlos

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Peter Norman

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Martin Luther King Jr.

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Tommie Smith

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The correct option is B Peter Norman
Peter Norman, who was neither Black nor American, joined in the gesture of protest during Mexico Olympics 1968. He was silver Medalist.

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