H. Hanumanthappa, Ex-Rajya Sabha MP, Dies at 94
Why in the news
The passing of a senior Congress politician from Karnataka drew attention to his long parliamentary career.
Key facts
- Name: H. Hanumanthappa, leader of the Indian National Congress (INC).
- Age at death: 94.
- Parliamentary role: three terms as a Rajya Sabha member.
- Other post: head of the Central Silk Board.
- Credited with contributions to agriculture and regional development in Karnataka.
Exam angle
- Who chaired the Central Silk Board: H. Hanumanthappa.
- Party: INC; state link: Karnataka.
- Obituary questions usually ask age, party and offices held.