Aruna Roy
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Aruna Roy (née Jayaram, born 6 June 1946) is an Indian social activist, professor, union organiser and former civil servant. She is the president of the National Federation of Indian Women and founder of the Mazdoor Kisan Shakti Sangathan.
Quick Facts President of the National Federation of Indian Women, Preceded by ...
Aruna Roy | |
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President of the National Federation of Indian Women | |
Assumed office 2008 | |
Preceded by | Dr. K. Saradamoni |
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Born | (1946-06-06) 6 June 1946 (age 77) Madras, British Raj |
Nationality | Indian |
Spouse | |
Alma mater | Indraprastha College (B.A.) Delhi University (M.A.) National Academy of Administration (M.P.Adm.) |
Occupation | Activist, professor, union organiser and civil servant |
Awards | Ramon Magsaysay Award, 2000 Lal Bahadur Shastri National Award, 2010 |
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