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Correct Answer: Option (B) — A-2; B-4; C-1; D-3
Concept & Option Breakdown
Standard Reference Verified- Ela Bhatt (A - 2): Renowned social activist and founder of the Self-Employed Women's Association (SEWA) dedicated to women in the informal/unorganized labour sector.
- Mahasweta Devi (B - 4): Renowned author and activist dedicated to the rights of tribal communities (such as the Lodhas and Santhals).
- Ebrahim Alkazi (C - 1): Legendary theatre director and long-time director of the National School of Drama (NSD).
- Vijay Govindarajan (D - 3): Leading management thinker and professor of international business and innovation strategy.
Knowing that Ela Bhatt is the founder of SEWA (Women labour sector -> A-2) eliminates options (a) and (c). Knowing Ebrahim Alkazi headed NSD (Theatre training -> C-1) gives (b).
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