CLASS 10
NELSON MANDELA LONG WALK TO FREEDOM
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[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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the marriage anniversary of Nelson Mandela
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the inauguration of a democratic government in South Africa
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the birthday celebration of Mandela’s daughter
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none of these
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Detailed explanation-1: -The inaugural ceremony at the amphitheatre in Pretoria saw international participation for the first time. International dignitaries and politicians from more than 140 countries attended the ceremony which took place in the Union Buildings at the amphitheatre in Pretoria on 10th May 1994.
Detailed explanation-2: -Complete answer: On May, 10, many international leaders and people gathered on South African soil for a purpose. The purpose of the gathering was to install South Africa’s first, non-racial government.
Detailed explanation-3: -Answer: The inauguration of a new, non-racial government was a historic moment in South African as well as world history. Thus, several distinguished international leaders attended this inauguration. It signified the triumph of justice, peace and human dignity.
Detailed explanation-4: -On April 26, 1994, the country’s first free elections were won by Mandela and the ANC, and a “national unity” coalition was formed with de Klerk’s National Party and the Zulus’ Inkatha Freedom Party. On May 10, Mandela was inaugurated in a ceremony attended by numerous international dignitaries.
Detailed explanation-5: -10th of May, 1994 was a red-letter day in the history of South Africa. It was the day when the hated regime of apartheid came to an end. A new democratically elected non-racial government under Nelson Mandela was to be sworn in. Many international leaders and dignitaries came to pay their respect to the new government.