Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Political Science

Chapter

Politics in India Since Independence: Crisis of democratic Order

Question:

What was Morarji Desai's approach to health and well-being?

Options:

He promoted the use of steroids in youth to make them stronger.

He advocated for the use of pharmaceutical drugs for treatment.

He supported naturopathy.

None of the above

Correct Answer:

He supported naturopathy.

Explanation:

Answer: He supported naturopathy.
Explanation: Morarji Desai was a proponent of naturopathy.

Morarji Desai (1896-1995) was a prominent figure in the Indian freedom struggle, known for his dedication to Gandhian principles. He was a strong advocate of Khadi, naturopathy, and prohibition. Morarji Desai served as the Chief Minister of Bombay State and later as Deputy Prime Minister from 1967 to 1969. Following the split in the Congress party, he joined the Congress (O) faction. Notably, he made history by becoming the Prime Minister of India from 1977 to 1979, marking the first time a non-Congress party member held this position.