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Which political party did Nelson Mandela serve as the president of from 1991 to 1997?
Which political party did Nelson Mandela serve as the president of from 1991 to 1997?
Where was Nelson Mandela born?
Where was Nelson Mandela born?
What was Nelson Mandela's profession before becoming involved in politics?
What was Nelson Mandela's profession before becoming involved in politics?
What was Nelson Mandela's main focus as the president of South Africa?
What was Nelson Mandela's main focus as the president of South Africa?
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Which government did Nelson Mandela serve as the first black head of state?
Which government did Nelson Mandela serve as the first black head of state?
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Which state in India is known as the 'Scotland of India'?
Which state in India is known as the 'Scotland of India'?
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What is the other name for Coorg?
What is the other name for Coorg?
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Which state in India is Coorg located in?
Which state in India is Coorg located in?
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Study Notes
Nelson Mandela
- Served as president of the African National Congress (ANC) from 1991 to 1997.
- Born on July 18, 1918, in Mvezo, a small village in the Eastern Cape of South Africa.
- Originally trained as a lawyer before entering politics and advocating for human rights.
- Focused on national reconciliation, dismantling apartheid, and fostering social cohesion.
- Became the first black head of state of South Africa in 1994 following the end of apartheid.
Regions of India
- Coorg, located in the state of Karnataka, is referred to as the 'Scotland of India' due to its rolling hills, lush greenery, and pleasant climate.
- Coorg is also known by its native name, Kodagu.
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Test your knowledge about Nelson Mandela, the iconic South African anti-apartheid activist and first black president of South Africa. Explore his life, achievements, and his pivotal role in dismantling apartheid through this engaging quiz.
