Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Political Science

Chapter

Politics in India Since Independence: Crisis of democratic Order

Question:

What historical significance is associated with Morarji Desai's tenure as Prime Minister?
1) He was the youngest Prime Minister in Indian history.
2) He was the longest-serving Prime Minister.
3) He was the first Prime Minister from a non-Congress party.
4) He served as Prime Minister multiple times.

Choose the correct answer from the given options:

Options:

1

2

3

4

Correct Answer:

3

Explanation:

Answer- He was the first Prime Minister from a non-Congress party.
Morarji Desai was the first Prime Minister belonging to a non-Congress party.

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.