India's Manushi Chhillar crowned Miss World 2017

India's Manushi Chhillar won the coveted Miss World 2017 pageant in China, 16 years after Priyanka Chopra won the title in 2000.

Chhillar competed against 108 contestants from various countries at a glittering event held at Sanya City Arena. Miss World 2016 winner Puerto Rico's Stephanie Del Valle gave away the coveted crown to the winner. Chhillar, who is from Haryana, had earlier this year won the Femina Miss India 2017. 

India, England, France, Kenya and Mexico grabbed the top five spots at the peagant.

Manushi, born to doctor parents, studied in St. Thomas School in New Delhi and Bhagat Phool Singh Government Medical College for Women in Sonepat.

In question and answer round post getting the top five spot, Manushi was asked: "Which profession deserves the highest salary and why?" She replied: "I think a mother is of highest respect. I don't think it is just about cash but love and respect she gives to someone. She is the biggest inspiration in my life. Mother should get highest respect."

As many as 108 beauty queens from different parts of the world are participating in the prestigious pageant.