Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Political Science

Chapter

Politics in India Since Independence: Regional Aspirations

Question:

What was Rajiv Gandhi's position in the Indian government from 1984 to 1989?

Options:

Prime Minister of India

President of India

Defense Minister of India

Leader of the opposition

Correct Answer:

Prime Minister of India

Explanation:

Answer: Prime Minister of India
Explanation: Rajiv Gandhi served as the Prime Minister of India from 1984 to 1989.

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.