Arrange the following in a chronological order.

(A) Formation of the states of Punjab and Haryana
(B) Assam Accord
(C) Great famine in Mizo hills
(D) Abrogation of Article 370
(E) Self-respect movement in Tamil Nadu

Choose the correct answer from the options given below :
(1) (A), (B), (C), (D), (E)
(2) (E), (B), (C), (A), (D)
(3) (A), (C), (D), (E), (B)
(4) (E), (C), (A), (B), (D)

4

The correct answer is Option 4 - (E), (C), (A), (B), (D)

(E) Self-respect movement in Tamil Nadu - 1925
(C) Great famine in Mizo hills - 1959
(A) Formation of the states of Punjab and Haryana - 1966
(B) Assam Accord - 1985
(D) Abrogation of Article 370 - 2019

Detailed explanation:

E.V. Ramasami Naicker (1879-1973), widely known as Periyar, was a prominent figure recognized for his significant contributions. Periyar staunchly advocated atheism and gained recognition for his fervent anti-caste endeavors and the revival of Dravidian identity. Commencing his journey as a member of the Congress party, he established the self-respect movement in 1925, which aimed to empower individuals with self-esteem. He notably spearheaded the anti-Brahmin movement, striving for social equality and justice.

After Independence, the Mizo Hills area was made an autonomous district within Assam. Some Mizos believed that they were never a part of British India and therefore did not belong to the Indian Union. But the movement for secession gained popular support after the Assam government failed to respond adequately to the great famine of 1959 in Mizo hills. The Mizos’ anger led to the formation of the Mizo National Front (MNF) under the leadership of Laldenga. In 1966 the MNF started an armed campaign for independence. Thus, started a two decade long battle between Mizo insurgents and the Indian army.

Separate state of Haryana and Punjab were formed in 1966. Following the reorganization of Punjab in 1966, the Akali Party attained power in both 1967 and 1977 through coalition governments. Despite the territorial adjustments, their political footing was still uncertain.

After six years of unrest, the government led by Rajiv Gandhi engaged in negotiations with the AASU leaders, resulting in the signing of Assam accord in 1985. According to this agreement, individuals who had migrated into Assam during and after the Bangladesh war and subsequent periods were to be identified and deported. Following the successful conclusion of the movement, both the AASU and the Asom Gana Sangram Parishad reorganized themselves into a regional political party known as Asom Gana Parishad (AGP). This party came to power in 1985, promising to address the issue of foreign nationals and to foster the development of a 'Golden Assam.'

In June 2018, the President's rule was enforced after the BJP withdrew its support from the Mufti government. Subsequently, on 5 August 2019, Article 370 was abolished via the Jammu & Kashmir. Reorganisation Act 2019, leading to the division of the state into two Union Territories: Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh.