Regionalism and Nationalism in Tamil Nadu

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Who was Sheikh Mohammad Abdullah?

An advocate for princely rule in Jammu and Kashmir

A proponent of Pakistan's non-secular character

A leader of Jammu and Kashmir advocating for autonomy and secularism (correct)

The Prime Minister of India after independence

What was one of Sheikh Abdullah's primary stances regarding Pakistan?

Supported Pakistan in its claim over Kashmir valley

Sought to establish a peaceful relationship with Pakistan

Opposed to Pakistan due to its non-secular character (correct)

Advocated for the integration of Jammu and Kashmir into Pakistan

When did Sheikh Abdullah become Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir?

During his imprisonment from 1965 to 1968

Between 1953 to 1964

After a conflict with Indira Gandhi in 1974

Immediately after the region's accession to India in 1947 (correct)

Why did the politics of Jammu and Kashmir remain controversial and conflict-ridden?

Both for external and internal reasons Signup and view all the answers

What is the predominant religion of the people in the Ladakh region?

Buddhism Signup and view all the answers

Which group of people in the Jammu region speak various languages?

Sikhs Signup and view all the answers

Who led the popular movement in the State of Jammu and Kashmir to get rid of the Maharaja?

Sheikh Abdullah Signup and view all the answers

What was the stance of the National Conference led by Sheikh Abdullah regarding joining Pakistan?

Supportive of an independent Kashmir Signup and view all the answers

What forced the Maharaja of Kashmir to seek Indian military help in October 1947?

Tribal infiltrators sent by Pakistan Signup and view all the answers

What was the slogan that encapsulated the sentiments of the Dravidian movement?

'Vadakku Vaazhkirathu; Therkku Thaeikirathu' Signup and view all the answers

Who was the leader of the Dravidar Kazhagam [DK] that strongly opposed the dominance of Brahmins?

E.V.Ramasami 'Periyar' Signup and view all the answers

What did the Dravidian movement primarily use to achieve its objectives?

Public debates and electoral platform Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the Indian government's efforts to persuade the Portuguese government to withdraw from Goa, Diu, and Daman?

Goa, Diu, and Daman became Union Territories through military intervention. Signup and view all the answers

What led to the liberation of Goa, Diu, and Daman from Portuguese colonial rule in 1961?

Strong popular movements within Goa and Maharashtra, supported by the Indian government. Signup and view all the answers

Which political party desired the merger of Goa with Maharashtra due to its Marathi-speaking population post-liberation?

Maharashtrawadi Gomanatak Party (MGP) Signup and view all the answers

What distinguished India's approach towards regional aspirations and separatism from many other countries?

A flexible and accommodative constitutional framework. Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the 1967 'opinion poll' held in Goa?

It determined whether Goans wanted to be part of Maharashtra or remain separate. Signup and view all the answers

Which political party in Goa led the movement to retain a separate Goan identity and culture?

United Goan Party (UGP) Signup and view all the answers

What event ultimately led to Goa becoming a State of the Indian Union?

The 1987 referendum Signup and view all the answers

How did the majority vote in the 1967 'opinion poll' impact Goa's status?

It led to Goa continuing as a Union Territory. Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the peace agreement signed between Rajiv Gandhi and Laldenga in 1986?

It granted Mizoram full-fledged statehood with special powers Signup and view all the answers

How did the MNF insurgency in Mizoram differ from the Liberation of Goa?

MNF insurgency led to the statehood of Mizoram, while the Liberation of Goa did not affect Goa's status Signup and view all the answers

What role did Laldenga play in Mizoram's transformation into one of the most peaceful places in the region?

He signed a peace agreement with Rajiv Gandhi and gave up secessionist struggle Signup and view all the answers

What was NOT a repercussion of the measures taken by Indian security forces during the MNF insurgency?

Escalation of violence in Punjab Signup and view all the answers