The ‘Connect India 2025’ event organised by an Indian association in the USA called IAM aimed to bring together partner organisations from which region?

Correct option is C

The correct answer is: (c) Minnesota
Explanation:
· The ‘Connect India 2025’ event was organized by the India Association of Minnesota (IAM).
· The primary aim of this event was to bring together partner organizations from across the state of Minnesota under one roof.
· These partner organizations include over 45 regional, cultural, and non-profit groups that work with the Asian Indian community in the region.
· The event provides a platform for these groups to network with state elected officials, the Consul General of India (Chicago), and community leaders to discuss collaboration and shared goals.
Information Booster:
· IAM (India Association of Minnesota) was established in 1973 and serves as a non-profit umbrella organization representing the culture and heritage of the 50,000+ Asian Indians in Minnesota.
· The event included the presentation of annual awards, such as the Lifetime Achievement Award and Person of the Year, to recognize significant contributions to the community.
· IAM's mission is built on three pillars: Culture, Charity, and Connections.
Additional Knowledge (Incorrect Options):
Texas (Option a)
· Texas has a large Indian diaspora and organizations like the India Association of North Texas (IANT), but they are distinct entities from the Minnesota-based IAM and were not the focus of this specific regional event.
New York (Option b)
· New York hosts major events through organizations like the Association of Indians in America (AIA), but ‘Connect India 2025’ was specifically a state-level initiative for Minnesota.
California (Option d)
· California is home to the Federation of Indo-Americans (FIA) of Northern California and other large bodies, which operate independently of the Minnesota association.