Who among the following was the Chief Minister of Bihar between December 1970 and June 1971 and was also the strong opponent of the use of english language.

Karpoori Thakur

The correct answer is option (1) - Karpoori Thakur

Karpoori Thakur was a prominent political leader from Bihar and served as the Chief Minister of Bihar during two distinct periods: from December 1970 to June 1971, and again from June 1977 to April 1979. He was not only a dedicated Freedom Fighter but also a notable socialist leader, actively involved in labor and peasant movements. He was also one of the strong opponent of the use of english language. Thakur held a firm allegiance to the ideologies propagated by Ram Manohar Lohia and played an integral role in various movements, including the one led by Jayaprakash Narayan (JP). He is known for his decision to introduce reservations for the backward classes in Bihar during his second Chief Ministership.