Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Political Science

Chapter

Politics in India Since Independence: Recent Developments in Indian Politics

Question:

Where is the Babri Masjid located in Uttar Pradesh?

Options:

Kanpur

Ayodhya

Gorakhpur

Benaras

Correct Answer:

Ayodhya

Explanation:

The Babri Masjid is located in Ayodhya in Uttar Pradesh.

Thousands of people gathered from all over the country at Ayodhya on 6 December 1992 and demolished the Babri mosque. The events at Ayodhya led to a series of other developments. The State government, with the BJP as the ruling party, was dismissed by the Centre. Along with that, other States where the BJP was in power, were also put under President’s rule.