Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Political Science

Chapter

Politics in India Since Independence: Crisis of democratic Order

Question:
Which of the following person did not hold any official position in the government during the period of Emergency and was criticized for controlling the administration and interfering in the functioning of the government?
Options:
Chidambaram Subramaniam
Sanjay Gandhi
Bansi Lal
Indira Gandhi
Correct Answer:
Sanjay Gandhi
Explanation:
There were other and more serious allegations regarding the exercise of governmental power by people who held no official position. Sanjay Gandhi, the Prime Minister’s younger son, did not hold any official position at the time. Yet, he gained control over the administration and allegedly interfered in the functioning of the government.