Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Political Science

Chapter

Politics in India Since Independence: Regional Aspirations

Question:

The first democratic election to the Sikkim assembly in 1974 was swept by the______________.

Options:

 Indian National Congress

Sikkim Janta Party

Sikkim Congress

Communist Party of India (CPI)

Correct Answer:

Sikkim Congress

Explanation:

The first democratic elections to Sikkim assembly in 1974 were swept by Sikkim Congress which stood for greater integration with India. The assembly first sought the status of ‘associate state’ and then in April 1975 passed a resolution asking for full integration with India.