**Question:** Who was the first President of Himalayan Hill States Regional Council (formed in 1946)?
**Options:**
(A) Shivanand Ramaul
(B) PanditPadam Dev
(C) Swami Purnanand
(D) Shyam Singh Negi
**Correct Answer:** C
**Explanation:** Swami Purnanand was the first President of Himalayan Hill States Regional Council formed in 1946.
*Published: September 04, 2025 at 11:07 AM*
*Tags: HPAS 2023, Prelims, General Studies, Himachal Pradesh Administrative Service*