Who becomes first woman to head Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights?
A. Nandita Das
B. Richa Chadda
C. Vanita Gupta
D. Devshree Verma
Answer:C
Who becomes first woman to head Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights?
A. Nandita Das B. Richa Chadda C. Vanita Gupta D. Devshree Verma
Explanation: Indian-American Vanita Gupta, who headed civil rights division in the Department of Justice in the Obama Administration, has been appointed as president and CEO of 'The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights', becoming the first woman to head the prestigious organisation. Known for her fearless advocacy of all human beings, 41-year-old Gupta will replace Wade Henderson who is stepping down after more than two decades. Gupta, who will also lead its sister organisation 'The Leadership Conference Education Fund', will begin her new role on June 1.Henderson, who will step down after 21 years, said leaders had the responsibility to cultivate, encourage and make paths for the next generation to lead and to thrive. . Check 100+ MARCH 2017 MCQs at INDIA GK App: http://tinyurl.com/IndiaGK