Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Political Science

Chapter

Politics in India Since Independence: Challenges to and Restoration of the Congress System

Question:

In 1969, the open conflict between the Syndicate and Indira Gandhi became apparent. The death of President Zakir Hussain that year led to a vacancy in the position of President of India. Despite Mrs. Gandhi's reservations, the 'Syndicate' successfully put forth her enduring adversary and the then-Speaker of the Lok Sabha as the official Congress nominee for the upcoming Presidential elections.

On which of the following post has V.V. Giri served?

Options:

Vice-President and President Of India.

Indian High Commissioner to Ceylon

Governor of U.P., Kerala, and Mysore.

All of the above.

Correct Answer:

All of the above.

Explanation:

V.V. Giri - President of India from 1969 to 1974; Congress worker and labor leader from Andhra Pradesh; IndianHigh Commissioner to Ceylon(Sri Lanka); Labour Minister in Union cabinet; Governor of U.P., Kerala, Mysore (Karnataka); Vice-President (1967-1969) and acting President after the death of President Zakir Hussain.