Which international development NGO, founded in Sulla, Sunamganj in 1972 by Sir Fazle Hasan Abed, grew into one of the world's largest non-governmental organizations?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. BRAC
- Step 1: In 1972, Sir Fazle Hasan Abed founded BRAC (originally Bangladesh Rehabilitation Assistance Committee) in the remote haor region of Sulla, Sunamganj. Answer: BRAC. Why not the others: Grameen Bank, ASA and Proshika don't fit.
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