Who was appointed Chairperson of India’s National Commission for Women in 2018?
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Who was appointed Chairperson of India’s National Commission for Women in 2018?
Rekha Sharma
Meira Kumar
Rita Bahuguna
Mamta Sharma
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A - Rekha Sharma
Rekha Sharma was appointed Chairperson of the National Commission for Women in August 2018, succeeding Lalitha Kumaramangalam, and served until August 2024. Mamta Sharma had chaired the Commission from 2011 to 2014. Vijaya Kishore Rahatkar was appointed Chairperson in October 2024.
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