6.1 - Background to Emergency
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What does 'garibi hatao' mean?
💡 Hint: Consider what the Congress party aimed to address during elections.
When was the Emergency declared in India?
💡 Hint: Think about the year marked by intense political strife.
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What triggered the declaration of Emergency in 1975?
💡 Hint: Think about the source of political unrest.
True or False: Civil liberties were fully protected during the Emergency.
💡 Hint: Reflect on the state’s actions against opposition.
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Evaluate the balance between government security and civil liberties during the Emergency. What lessons can be drawn for contemporary governance?
💡 Hint: Consider other historical examples of liberty versus security trade-offs.
Discuss how the Emergency influenced future political campaigns in India.
💡 Hint: Think about the voter response to democracy in light of the Emergency effects.
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