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Who awarded Svetlana Alexievich the Sakharov Prize?

  • European Parliament

  • United Nations

  • British Parliament

  • US Congress

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The European Parliament awarded Svetlana Alexievich the Sakharov Prize in 1997. The Sakharov Prize is awarded to individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the fight for human rights. Alexievich was awarded the prize for her work documenting the experiences of ordinary people in the Soviet Union. Her books have been translated into many languages and have been praised for their insight and humanity.
The Voice of Courage: Exploring the Works of Svetlana Alexievich

The Voice of Courage: Exploring the Works of Svetlana Alexievich

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