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Sikkim Independent Front
Sikkim Independent Front is a political party in Sikkim, founded by Ruth Karthak Lepchani in 1966.[1] The party was formed to fight for the interests of the Lepcha people.[1] In the 1967 state council elections the party launched six candidates (five Lepchas and one Nepali), but none were elected.
The party was repressed by the Sikkim government; the government accused Lepchani of spreading rumours against the monarchy and she was forced into exile.[2]
References[edit]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 International Journal of Scientific and Research Publications. Political Parties and Regional Discourse in Sikkim
- ↑ International Journal of Scientific and Research Publications. Women “Quest” for Empowerment in Sikkim’s Society
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