Spectrum Test: Indira Gandhi: the Second Phase (January 1980 – October 1984) - UPSC MCQ

Indira Gandhi's administration revised the Sixth Five-Year Plan to emphasize economic growth and poverty alleviation. The NREP became a regular feature of the Plan in 1981.

The Forest (Conservation) Act was enacted in 1980, reflecting Indira Gandhi's commitment to environmental conservation.

The Siachen Conflict began in 1984 (Operation Meghdoot), Rakesh Sharma traveled to space in 1984, and the NAM Summit was hosted in 1983.

Indira Gandhi's cautious approach to economic liberalization was indeed due to her concerns about multinational companies affecting India's self-reliance.

Indira Gandhi was assassinated by her Sikh bodyguards, which was widely seen as a response to Operation Blue Star.

The IRDP was a major initiative launched in 1980 for the development of rural areas.

Indira Gandhi's foreign policy prominently featured India's role in the Non-Aligned Movement, including hosting the 1983 Summit.

The Telugu Desam Party was formed in Andhra Pradesh by N.T. Rama Rao in 1982.

Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale was the prominent Sikh leader and militant based in the Akal Takht during Operation Blue Star.

NABARD was established to promote rural sector development, as part of Indira Gandhi's focus on rural development and poverty alleviation.

Indira Gandhi was elected from both Rae Bareilly and Medak in the 1980 General Elections but chose to represent Medak.

After Indira Gandhi's assassination, her son Rajiv Gandhi became the Prime Minister of India.

 Project Tiger, launched in 1973, was a significant initiative by Indira Gandhi for wildlife protection and environmental conservation.

Sri Lanka experienced tensions with India over the issue of Tamils, especially during the shift of power to J.R. Jayawardene.

The economic reforms introduced by Indira Gandhi in her second tenure were largely to counteract the effects of the Janata Party's previous policies and focus on growth and poverty reduction.

NABARD was established in 1982 to support the rural sector's development, following recommendations by the Shivaraman Committee.

Operation Forward, launched in 1982, was part of the cautious steps toward economic liberalization during Indira Gandhi's second tenure.

Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale was a Sikh militant and religious leader who became a central figure in the Punjab turmoil.

Indira Gandhi's participation in the 1972 UN conference on the environment influenced her environmental policies, including the enactment of the Air Act in 1981.

Operation Blue Star, which involved the Indian Army storming the Golden Temple complex, led to significant unrest among Sikhs globally, with many leaving the Indian Army.