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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Political Science

Chapter

Politics in India Since Independence: Challenges to and Restoration of the Congress System

Question:

Match the following Years in List 1 with the description associated with it in List 2 about Indira Gandhi’s life:

List- 1 (Year)

List- 2 (Description)

(A) 1958

(I) She supported V.V. Giri in the Presidential elections

(B) 1964

(II) She became the President of Congress

(C) 1969

(III) She coined the slogan ‘Garibi Hatao’

(D) 1971

(IV) She became the Union Minister for Information

 

Options:

(A)- III, (B)- IV, (C)- I, (D)- II

(A)- II, (B)- IV, (C)- I, (D)- III

(A)- II, (B)- I, (C)- IV, (D)- III

(A)- I, (B)- III, (C)- II, (D)- IV

Correct Answer:

(A)- II, (B)- IV, (C)- I, (D)- III

Explanation:

In 1958, Indira Gandhi assumed the role of Congress President, solidifying her prominence within the party. Notably, she served as a minister in Lal Bahadur Shastri's cabinet from 1964 to 1966, further enhancing her political experience.

1964-66- In the Cabinet of Lal Bahadur Shastri, Indira Gandhi became the Union Minister for Information.

1969- Indira Gandhi supported V.V. Giri to contest elections as an independent candidate for the post of President of India.

V.V. Giri was the vice president of India in 1969. Indira Gandhi encouraged him to file his nomination as an independent candidate for the Presidential elections of 1969. He won the election when it was conducted.

1971- Indira Gandhi is recognized for coining the slogan 'garibi hatao', which emphasized poverty alleviation. She used this slogan in her 1971 elections to the Lok Sabha.

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