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What was a significant internal conflict mentioned in India during the late 20th century?
What was a significant internal conflict mentioned in India during the late 20th century?
Which Prime Minister initiated economic reforms in India that included liberalization policies?
Which Prime Minister initiated economic reforms in India that included liberalization policies?
What event in 1984 significantly impacted Indian politics?
What event in 1984 significantly impacted Indian politics?
What term is used to describe the economic policies initiated by Narasimha Rao's government?
What term is used to describe the economic policies initiated by Narasimha Rao's government?
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What was the primary focus of the Planning Commission established after India's independence?
What was the primary focus of the Planning Commission established after India's independence?
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Which of the following events marked India's declaration as an atomic power?
Which of the following events marked India's declaration as an atomic power?
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Which war between India and Pakistan was primarily over the Kashmir issue?
Which war between India and Pakistan was primarily over the Kashmir issue?
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Who is known as the father of the Green Revolution in India?
Who is known as the father of the Green Revolution in India?
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What significant change did Indira Gandhi implement during her tenure as Prime Minister?
What significant change did Indira Gandhi implement during her tenure as Prime Minister?
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Who succeeded Jawaharlal Nehru as Prime Minister of India?
Who succeeded Jawaharlal Nehru as Prime Minister of India?
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What slogan did Lal Bahadur Shastri promote to emphasize the importance of Indian soldiers and farmers?
What slogan did Lal Bahadur Shastri promote to emphasize the importance of Indian soldiers and farmers?
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Which territory was liberated from Portuguese rule and incorporated into India during the 1960s?
Which territory was liberated from Portuguese rule and incorporated into India during the 1960s?
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What was the main cause of the refugee crisis in India during Indira Gandhi's tenure?
What was the main cause of the refugee crisis in India during Indira Gandhi's tenure?
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Which line defined the border dispute and conflict between India and China in 1962?
Which line defined the border dispute and conflict between India and China in 1962?
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What significant event occurred during the 1991 election campaign?
What significant event occurred during the 1991 election campaign?
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What was one of the main causes for the unrest in Jammu and Kashmir in the late 1980s?
What was one of the main causes for the unrest in Jammu and Kashmir in the late 1980s?
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Which of the following was NOT a Prime Minister of India between 1996 and 1999?
Which of the following was NOT a Prime Minister of India between 1996 and 1999?
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Which economic policy initiated in 1991 significantly affected the Indian economy?
Which economic policy initiated in 1991 significantly affected the Indian economy?
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What characterized India’s economy from independence?
What characterized India’s economy from independence?
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What major action did India take in 1998 regarding its defense capabilities?
What major action did India take in 1998 regarding its defense capabilities?
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What was the result of the Kargil War in 1999?
What was the result of the Kargil War in 1999?
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Who is recognized as the father of self-reliant agriculture in India?
Who is recognized as the father of self-reliant agriculture in India?
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What was the primary aim of the Green Revolution in India?
What was the primary aim of the Green Revolution in India?
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Which commission was established to improve conditions for backward classes in India?
Which commission was established to improve conditions for backward classes in India?
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Which act was passed in 1989 to protect the rights of Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes?
Which act was passed in 1989 to protect the rights of Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes?
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What was one of the significant outcomes of the White Revolution led by Dr. Verghese Kurien?
What was one of the significant outcomes of the White Revolution led by Dr. Verghese Kurien?
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What was India's first satellite, launched in 1975?
What was India's first satellite, launched in 1975?
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Which area did not see significant change due to globalization in India?
Which area did not see significant change due to globalization in India?
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The Department of Women and Child Development was established in which year?
The Department of Women and Child Development was established in which year?
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Which international organization is India not a member of?
Which international organization is India not a member of?
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What did the Equal Remuneration Act aim to address?
What did the Equal Remuneration Act aim to address?
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Which area experienced significant advancement due to globalization in India?
Which area experienced significant advancement due to globalization in India?
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What significant event took place in 1974 regarding India's atomic energy policy?
What significant event took place in 1974 regarding India's atomic energy policy?
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What was the main reason behind the declaration of National Emergency in India in 1975?
What was the main reason behind the declaration of National Emergency in India in 1975?
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Which party defeated Indira Gandhi's Congress party in the 1977 general elections?
Which party defeated Indira Gandhi's Congress party in the 1977 general elections?
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What led to Indira Gandhi's assassination in 1984?
What led to Indira Gandhi's assassination in 1984?
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What was Rajiv Gandhi's notable action regarding the Tamil minority in Sri Lanka?
What was Rajiv Gandhi's notable action regarding the Tamil minority in Sri Lanka?
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What major movement took place in Punjab during the 1980s?
What major movement took place in Punjab during the 1980s?
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Who became Prime Minister after Rajiv Gandhi's assassination?
Who became Prime Minister after Rajiv Gandhi's assassination?
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What was a major political change in India after the elections of 1989?
What was a major political change in India after the elections of 1989?
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Which policy is Vishwanath Pratap Singh most associated with during his tenure as Prime Minister?
Which policy is Vishwanath Pratap Singh most associated with during his tenure as Prime Minister?
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What historical global event coincided with significant changes in India's economic policies in the early 1990s?
What historical global event coincided with significant changes in India's economic policies in the early 1990s?
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Study Notes
India: Events after 1960
1960s
- India became a sovereign democratic nation with a constitution in 1950, fostering a multicultural environment.
- The Planning Commission was established to promote industrialization, economic development, and poverty alleviation.
- Significant tensions existed with China, culminating in the 1962 Sino-Indian War over the disputed MacMahon line.
- Jawaharlal Nehru, as a prominent leader, shaped India’s foreign policy and drove social and economic initiatives until his death in 1964.
- Lal Bahadur Shastri succeeded Nehru and emphasized the slogan "Jai Jawan Jai Kisan," advocating for soldiers and farmers.
- The 1965 Indo-Pakistani War over Kashmir drew international attention, with the Soviet Union mediating attempts for peace.
- Indira Gandhi became Prime Minister in 1966, implementing significant reforms, including bank nationalization.
1970s
- The 1971 Indo-Pakistani War led to the independence of Bangladesh.
- India conducted a successful underground nuclear test in 1974 at Pokharan, advancing its atomic energy agenda.
- The emergency state declared in 1975 led to a suspension of fundamental rights and increased governmental control.
- Post-emergency elections in 1977 resulted in a Janata Party victory against the Congress Party.
1980s
- The decade saw rising tensions as the Sikh separatist movement gained momentum in Punjab, facing support from Pakistan.
- Indira Gandhi was assassinated in 1984 by her own bodyguards in retaliation for military operations at the Golden Temple.
- Rajiv Gandhi succeeded her and pushed for economic reforms, engaging with Tamil issues in Sri Lanka, with mixed results.
- The end of the 1980s witnessed a growing insurgency in Jammu and Kashmir, leading to significant displacement of the Kashmiri Pandit community.
- In 1989, Vishwanath Pratap Singh introduced reservations for OBCs but faced internal party conflicts, leading to subsequent unstable governments.
1990s
- 1991 marked heightened geopolitical change with the Soviet Union's collapse, prompting economic reforms under Prime Minister P.V. Narasimha Rao.
- India embraced economic liberalization, spurring foreign investments and growth in the information technology sphere.
- Notable internal conflicts included the assassination of Rajiv Gandhi in 1991 and increasing unrest in Kashmir.
- The 1996-1999 period saw a lack of political majority, with multiple prime ministers including Atal Bihari Vajpayee, who later led the National Democratic Alliance to power in 1999.
Economic Reforms and Growth
- Economic policies post-independence focused on modernization, self-sufficiency, and social justice, managed through the National Planning Commission and Five-Year Plans.
- Major economic liberalization initiatives post-1991 transformed the Indian economy, facilitating globalization and technological advancements.
- India declared its nuclear capability in 1998, asserting itself as an atomic power during regional conflicts, particularly the Kargil War.
Social Changes
- The Green Revolution initiated in 1965 enhanced food grain production through scientific agriculture and co-operative movements.
- Advances in atomic energy were spearheaded by Dr. Homi Bhabha, while space achievements included the launch of Aryabhatta in 1975.
- Women's empowerment and social reforms were pronounced, with policies addressing dowry, equal remuneration, and women's representation in governance.
- The caste system faced scrutiny, leading to affirmative actions and legal frameworks promoting dignity and opportunities for marginalized communities.
Globalization and Modernization
- Globalization has transformed India's economy, politics, and society, integrating it into global forums like G-20 and BRICS.
- Telecommunications advancements revolutionized communication infrastructure, fostering widespread internet and mobile access.
- India's democratic stability served as a model for governance, influencing lifestyle changes among its youth, including diet, fashion, and cultural perceptions.
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This quiz explores significant events and developments in India after 1960, highlighting the country's journey through political, economic, and social changes. Dive into India's multicultural society and the establishment of key institutions aimed at development. Test your knowledge on how India has faced and addressed various challenges since independence.
