Who is called the Iron Lady of India?

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Submitted by nats on Fri, 07/24/2009 - 10:57.

Who is referred to as the Iron Lady of India? Why is she called so? What have been her contributions to India's progress? What is her full name?

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Irom Sharmila
Sat, 07/25/2009 - 05:29 — Trsmd

Irom Sharmila, also known as the Iron Lady of Manipur, is an iconic figure in India. She has been demanding the repeal of the Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA) which gives troops sweeping powers to kill suspected rebels and immunity from prosecution.

The law has led to widespread rights abuses in the northeast, where India is fighting decades of insurgency, human rights activists say.

Sharmila said she would continue her struggle after her release in Imphal, capital of the revolt-torn northeastern state of Manipur.

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