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5. Challenges to and Restoration of the Congress System

The chapter outlines the political changes in India following Nehru's death, focusing on the challenges faced by the Congress Party between 1964 and the early 1970s. It discusses the rise of opposition parties, the significance of coalition governments, and the eventual election of Indira Gandhi as a powerful leader capable of restoring the Congress's dominance. The chapter concludes by highlighting the changing nature of the Congress, indicating a shift from a broad-based party aligning with various interests to a more centralized and personality-driven political organization.

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  • 5

    Challenges To And Restoration Of The Congress System

    This section discusses the challenges faced by the Congress party after Nehru's death, particularly during the 1960s, and how Indira Gandhi managed to restore its dominance in Indian politics.

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  • 5.1

    Challenge Of Political Succession

    This section discusses the challenges faced by the Congress party in India during the transition of leadership after Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru's death and how these challenges were addressed.

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  • 5.1.1

    From Nehru To Shastri

    This section discusses the political transition in India following Nehru’s death, focusing on the leadership of Lal Bahadur Shastri and the early challenges faced by Indira Gandhi.

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  • 5.1.2

    From Shastri To Indira Gandhi

    This section examines the political transitions in India following Nehru's death, focusing on the leadership of Lal Bahadur Shastri and Indira Gandhi amidst rising opposition and the Congress party's internal struggles.

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  • 5.2

    Fourth General Elections, 1967

    The 1967 elections marked a significant shift in Indian politics, challenging the previously dominant Congress party amidst economic crises and rising opposition coalitions.

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  • 5.2.1

    Context Of The Elections

    This section analyzes the political landscape and challenges faced by the Congress party during the 1967 elections in India.

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  • 5.2.2

    Election In A Rajasthan Village

    This section describes the political dynamics during the 1967 elections in Devisar village, Rajasthan, emphasizing the shift in power from the Congress to local political leaders and the rise of non-Congress parties.

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  • 5.2.3

    Non-Congressism

    The section discusses the rise of non-Congress parties and the challenges faced by the Congress party following the political landscape shift in India during the late 1960s.

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  • 5.2.4

    Electoral Verdict

    This section discusses the challenges faced by the Congress party following Jawaharlal Nehru's succession, culminating in the transformative results of the 1967 elections.

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  • 5.2.5

    Coalitions

    The elections of 1967 marked the emergence of coalitions in Indian politics, significantly challenging the Congress party's dominance.

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  • 5.2.6

    Defection

    The section addresses the political shifts in India post-1967 elections, focusing on the phenomenon of defections and its impact on party politics.

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  • 5.3

    Split In The Congress

    This section discusses the political challenges faced by the Congress party in India during the late 1960s, particularly the succession after Nehru and the subsequent rise of Indira Gandhi amidst internal party conflicts.

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  • 5.3.1

    Indira Vs. The ‘syndicate’

    This section explores the internal challenges faced by Indira Gandhi within the Congress Party, focusing on her struggle against the influential group known as the 'Syndicate'.

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  • 5.3.2

    Presidential Election, 1969

    The section discusses the conflict within the Indian National Congress arising from the presidential election of 1969, leading to a significant party split and the rise of Indira Gandhi's influence.

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  • 5.4

    The 1971 Election And Restoration Of Congress

    The 1971 elections marked a significant moment in Indian politics, highlighting Indira Gandhi's leadership and the restoration of Congress dominance despite internal challenges.

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  • 5.4.1

    The Contest

    The section discusses the political transitions in India following Nehru's death, the challenges faced by Congress, and Indira Gandhi's rise to power during the 1967 elections.

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  • 5.4.2

    The Outcome And After

    This section discusses the political landscape following the 1971 Lok Sabha elections, highlighting Indira Gandhi's strategies and the transformation of the Congress party.

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  • 5.4.3

    Restoration?

    This section discusses the political dynamics in India following the leadership of Indira Gandhi and the transformation of the Congress party.

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