Who is Anna Hazare?

Q: Who is Anna Hazare?


A: Anna Hazare is an Indian social activist known for developing a village called Ralegaon Siddhi in India and playing a large part in the 2011 Indian anti-corruption movement.

Q: What did Anna Hazare do to pressure the Indian Government to accept his demands on corruption?


A: In April 2011, Anna Hazare started an indefinite hunger strike to pressurize the Indian Government to accept his demands on corruption.

Q: Did the Indian Government accept Anna Hazare's demands on corruption during his first hunger strike?


A: Yes, the Indian Government accepted Anna Hazare's demands later, and he ended his fast.

Q: What did Anna Hazare demand during his second hunger strike in August 2011?


A: During his second hunger strike in August 2011, Anna Hazare wanted the Government to pass an Ombudsman bill.

Q: Did the Parliament of India accept Anna Hazare's demands during his second hunger strike?


A: Yes, the Parliament of India accepted Anna Hazare's demands, and he ended his fast.

Q: What award did Anna Hazare win in India?


A: Anna Hazare won the third highest award in India, the Padma Bhushan.

Q: Has Anna Hazare faced criticism for any of his views?


A: Yes, Anna Hazare has been criticized for many things like his strong views on justice and forced vasectomy to control population.

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