Practice The 1980s: Political Instability And The Rise Of Regional Parties (5)

Practice: The 1980s: Political Instability and the Rise of Regional Parties

Lesson 5Establishment & Development of Indian

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Question 1.
What triggered the Khalistan Movement in Punjab?
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Think about the sentiments of the local Sikh population.
Question 2.
Who was the Prime Minister of India in 1980?
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She was also the daughter of a former Prime Minister.
3Question 3.
What was the main consequence of Operation Blue Star?
- Increased international relations
- Culmination of communal harmony
- Heightened communal tensions
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Think of the community reactions after the operation.
4Question 4.
Indira Gandhi was assassinated in which year?
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Consider the timeline of events in the 1980s.
Question 5.
Analyze how cultural factors contributed to the rise of regional parties in the 1980s and their impact on national politics.
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Consider the role of identity and local issues in political mobilization.
Question 6.
Evaluate the assertion that the political instability of the 1980s was largely due to the actions taken by Indira Gandhi. Provide supporting arguments.
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Think about her decisions that led to communal tensions versus factors beyond her control.

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