UPPSC 2018 GS-I Current Affairs
Question

Who is the author of the book "The Accidental Prime Minister"?

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option D: Sanjaya Baru

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Sanjaya Baru”.

"The Accidental Prime Minister" is a book written by Sanjaya Baru, who served as the media advisor and chief spokesperson to former Indian Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh from May 2004 to August 2008.

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