Practicing Success

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 that year in List 2:

List- 1 (Year)

List- 2 (Description)

(A) 1952

(I) Bangladesh Liberation War started

(B) 1965

(II) S. Nijalingappa's presidency of the Indian National Congres

(C) 1968

(III) India's second war with Pakistan over Jammu and Kashmir

(D) 1971

(IV) Lal Bahadur Shastri became a member of the Union Cabinet

 

Options:

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

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

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

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

Correct Answer:

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

Explanation:

Lal Bahadur Shastri was a prominent figure in India's history, this individual served as the Prime Minister of the country. He held ministerial roles in the Union Cabinet from 1951 to 1956. His resignation as the Railway Minister during this period was linked to a significant railway accident, a move that highlighted his sense of accountability. Later, he resumed his ministerial duties from 1957 to 1964.

India engaged in a war with Pakistan in 1965 over the Kashmir issue. India also faced food shortage at this time. Symbolizing the nation's determination to address these adversities, Shastri's renowned slogan 'Jai Jawan Jai Kisan' became a beacon of resolve.

S. Nijalingappa was the President of Congress during 1968-71. He was one of the 'Syndicate' leaders of Congress. Syndicate was the informal name given to a group of Congress leaders who were in control of the party’s organisation.

Bangladesh Liberation War started in 1971. Indira Gandhi helped East Pakistan in its liberation from East Pakistan. India and Pakistan had a full-fledged war in 1971 in which India emerged victorious. This soared Indira Gandhi's reputation.