Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Political Science

Chapter

Politics in India Since Independence: Regional Aspirations

Question:

Which of the following statement is incorrect in relation to the 'Punjab accord'?

Options:

The agreement was signed in July 1984.

It is also called the Rajiv Gandhi - Longowal Accord.

It was signed between Rajiv Gandhi and Harchand Singh Longowal.

All are correct.

Correct Answer:

The agreement was signed in July 1984.

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option 1- The agreement was signed in July 1984.

Option 1- The agreement was signed in July 1984 is INCORRECT  as the agreement was signed in July 1985 not July 1984.

In July 1985, Rajiv Gandhi reached an agreement with Harchand Singh Longowal,  then the President of the Akali Dal. This agreement, known as the Rajiv Gandhi - Longowal Accord or the Punjab Accord, was a step towards bringing normalcy to Punjab. It was agreed that Chandigarh would be transferred to Punjab, and a separate commission would be appointed to resolve the border dispute between Punjab and Haryana. Also, a tribunal would be set up to decide the sharing of Ravi-Beas river water among Punjab, Haryana and Rajasthan. The agreement also provided for compensation to and better treatment of those affected by the militancy in Punjab and the withdrawal of the application of the Armed Forces Special Powers Act in Punjab.