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Historical Perspective of Political Stability in India

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What was the main reason for the political instability in India during the 1960s?

  1. The rise of regional parties

  2. The death of Jawaharlal Nehru

  3. The Sino-Indian War

  4. The Naxalite movement


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The death of Jawaharlal Nehru in 1964 created a power vacuum in the Indian National Congress, leading to a period of political instability.

Which of the following was not a factor contributing to the political stability of India in the 1970s?

  1. The rise of Indira Gandhi

  2. The Green Revolution

  3. The Emergency

  4. The Bangladesh Liberation War


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Emergency, imposed by Indira Gandhi in 1975, was a period of political repression and authoritarian rule, which led to widespread discontent and instability.

What was the main reason for the political instability in India during the 1980s?

  1. The rise of regional parties

  2. The assassination of Indira Gandhi

  3. The Bofors scandal

  4. The rise of Hindu nationalism


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The assassination of Indira Gandhi in 1984 led to a period of political instability, as her son, Rajiv Gandhi, struggled to maintain control of the Congress party and the government.

Which of the following was not a factor contributing to the political stability of India in the 1990s?

  1. The rise of economic liberalization

  2. The end of the Cold War

  3. The rise of regional parties

  4. The emergence of coalition governments


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The rise of regional parties in the 1990s led to a period of political instability, as they often formed unstable coalition governments at the center.

What was the main reason for the political instability in India during the 2000s?

  1. The rise of terrorism

  2. The global financial crisis

  3. The rise of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)

  4. The emergence of coalition governments


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The rise of terrorism in the 2000s, particularly the Mumbai attacks of 2008, led to a period of political instability, as the government struggled to respond to the threat.

Which of the following is not a factor contributing to the political stability of India in the 2010s?

  1. The rise of economic growth

  2. The end of the Maoist insurgency

  3. The rise of the BJP

  4. The emergence of coalition governments


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The emergence of coalition governments in the 2010s has led to a period of political instability, as they often struggle to maintain a majority in the parliament.

What are the main challenges to political stability in India today?

  1. The rise of regional parties

  2. The rise of terrorism

  3. The rise of economic inequality

  4. The rise of Hindu nationalism


Correct Option:
Explanation:

All of the above factors are challenges to political stability in India today.

What are some of the measures that can be taken to promote political stability in India?

  1. Strengthening the institutions of democracy

  2. Reducing economic inequality

  3. Promoting social harmony

  4. Countering terrorism


Correct Option:
Explanation:

All of the above measures can be taken to promote political stability in India.

What is the role of the media in promoting political stability in India?

  1. Providing accurate and unbiased information

  2. Promoting public debate and discussion

  3. Holding the government accountable

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are roles that the media can play in promoting political stability in India.

What is the role of civil society in promoting political stability in India?

  1. Promoting public awareness of political issues

  2. Holding the government accountable

  3. Advocating for reforms

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are roles that civil society can play in promoting political stability in India.

What is the role of the international community in promoting political stability in India?

  1. Providing economic assistance

  2. Promoting democracy and human rights

  3. Countering terrorism

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are roles that the international community can play in promoting political stability in India.

What is the future of political stability in India?

  1. It is difficult to predict

  2. It depends on a number of factors

  3. It is likely to improve

  4. It is likely to decline


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The future of political stability in India depends on a number of factors, including the strength of the institutions of democracy, the level of economic inequality, the level of social harmony, and the threat of terrorism.

What can individuals do to promote political stability in India?

  1. Vote in elections

  2. Stay informed about political issues

  3. Participate in public debate and discussion

  4. Hold the government accountable


Correct Option:
Explanation:

All of the above are things that individuals can do to promote political stability in India.

What are some of the challenges that India faces in maintaining political stability?

  1. The rise of regional parties

  2. The rise of terrorism

  3. The rise of economic inequality

  4. The rise of Hindu nationalism


Correct Option:
Explanation:

All of the above are challenges that India faces in maintaining political stability.

What are some of the measures that the government can take to promote political stability in India?

  1. Strengthening the institutions of democracy

  2. Reducing economic inequality

  3. Promoting social harmony

  4. Countering terrorism


Correct Option:
Explanation:

All of the above are measures that the government can take to promote political stability in India.

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