Which Manipuri leader was a prominent figure in the Socialist Party of India?

M. Koireng Singh
Hijam Irabot
Rani Gaidinliu
Rishang Keishing

The correct answer is: b) Hijam Irabot.

Hijam Irabot (1908-1951) was a prominent Manipuri leader who was a founding member of the Socialist Party of India. He was a social activist, freedom fighter, and writer who played a key role in the Indian independence movement. He was also the founder of the Manipur State Congress Party.

M. Koireng Singh (1918-1998) was a Manipuri politician who served as the Chief Minister of Manipur from 1967 to 1972. He was a member of the Indian National Congress party.

Rani Gaidinliu (1915-1993) was a Naga religious leader and freedom fighter who led a rebellion against the British colonial government. She was the founder of the Zeliangrong National Army.

Rishang Keishing (1921-2017) was a Manipuri politician who served as the Chief Minister of Manipur from 1974 to 1980, 1984 to 1987, and 1990 to 1995. He was a member of the Indian National Congress party.