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What common form of democracy allows people to govern through their representatives?
Representative democracy
What is the first action promised by Mr. Devi Lal if elected?
Waive the loans of farmers and small businessmen
The Congress party won the majority of seats in the Haryana State Assembly election in 1987.
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Who was invited by the Governor to become the Chief Minister after the 1987 Haryana State Assembly elections?
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What movement did Chaudhary Devi Lal lead before forming Lok Dal?
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The term used for the members elected to the State Assembly is ______.
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Study Notes
Representative Democracy
- A common form of democracy where citizens elect representatives to make decisions on their behalf.
Mr. Devi Lal's Promise
- He promised to lower the prices of essential commodities if elected.
1987 Haryana State Assembly Election Results
- The Congress party won the majority of seats.
Chief Minister Appointment
- Mr. Devi Lal was invited by the Governor to become the Chief Minister of Haryana after the 1987 elections.
Chaudhary Devi Lal's Movement
- He led the "Nyaya Yudh" (Justice Struggle) movement before forming Lok Dal.
Members of the State Assembly
- The elected members of the State Assembly are called MLAs (Members of the Legislative Assembly).
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Description
This quiz explores the significant events and outcomes of the 1987 Haryana Assembly Elections, led by Lok Dal's Chaudhary Devi Lal. It covers the campaign promises, election results, and the subsequent formation of the government. Test your knowledge on this pivotal moment in Haryana's political history.
