Which prominent leader played a pivotal role in leading the democratic agitation in Sikkim and later became the first Chief Minister of the newly formed Indian state in 1975?

💡 Solution & Explanation

Kazi Lhendup Dorjee was the leader of the Sikkim National Congress and headed the democratic government that negotiated the merger with India, subsequently becoming the first Chief Minister of Sikkim in 1975. Nar Bahadur Bhandari and Pawan Chamling served as later chief ministers with long tenures. Kazi Lhendup Dorjee is celebrated for his tireless campaign against feudal royal rule.