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In 1974, the nationwide strike by all the employees of the Railways was led by which of the following leaders?
In 1974, the nationwide strike by all the employees of the Railways was led by which of the following leaders?
Updated On: Mar 28, 2025
- Jayaprakash Narayan
- Charu Majumdar
- George Fernandes
- Indira Gandhi
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The Correct Option is C
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The historic 1974 Railways strike was led by George Fernandes, who was then the president of All India Railwaymen's Federation.
Key Details:
- Largest industrial action in independent India at that time
- Lasted for 20 days (May 8-28, 1974)
- Involved 1.7 million railway workers
- Major challenge to Indira Gandhi's government
- Led to large-scale arrests including Fernandes' imprisonment
Correct Answer: (3) George Fernandes
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