Assertion: The Syndicate played a role in the installation of Indira Gandhi as the Prime Minister by ensuring her election as the leader of the parliamentary party.
Reason: The Syndicate expected Indira Gandhi to follow their advice after becoming the Prime minister.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 1
The Syndicate played a role in the installation of Indira Gandhi as the Prime Minister by ensuring her election as the leader of the parliamentary party. The Syndicate expected Indira Gandhi to follow their advice after becoming the Prime minister.