5.4 - The 1971 Election and Restoration of Congress
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What does 'Garibi Hatao' mean?
💡 Hint: Think about the key issues Indira Gandhi focused on during her campaign.
Who was the leader of the Congress party during the 1971 elections?
💡 Hint: She was also the Prime Minister at the time.
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What slogan did Indira Gandhi use to connect with voters in 1971?
💡 Hint: Consider which slogans focus on addressing social issues.
The Grand Alliance was formed by which type of parties?
💡 Hint: Think about the nature of coalitions in politics.
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How did the socio-economic conditions of India in the late 1960s impact the 1971 elections? Consider elements such as poverty and public dissent.
💡 Hint: Reflect on how public sentiments shape political campaigns.
Evaluate the effectiveness of Indira Gandhi's centralization of power in the context of the changing nature of the Congress party post-1971 elections. What are the potential benefits and risks?
💡 Hint: Consider both short-term and long-term perspectives on governance.
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