Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Political Science

Chapter

Politics in India Since Independence: Regional Aspirations

Question:

What was one of Rajiv Gandhi's key economic policies?

Options:

Advocating for economic liberalization and modernization

Promoting socialism and state control of industries

Implementing a barter-based economy

Promoting a closed-door policy with minimal international trade

Correct Answer:

Advocating for economic liberalization and modernization

Explanation:

Answer: Advocating for economic liberalization and modernization
Rajiv Gandhi advocated for economic liberalization and modernization, emphasizing the importance of technology, particularly computerization, in India's development.

Rajiv Gandhi (1944–1991):
Served as the Prime Minister of India from 1984 to 1989;
The son of Indira Gandhi, he entered active politics after 1980;
Successfully negotiated agreements with militants in Punjab, Mizoram, and the student union in Assam;
Advocated for economic liberalization and the adoption of computer technology;
Ordered the deployment of an Indian Army contingent to address the Sinhala-Tamil conflict in Sri Lanka, following the Sri Lankan government's request;
Tragically assassinated by a suspected LTTE suicide bomber.