Worksheet: Challenges to and Restoration of Congress System | Political Science Class 12 - Humanities/Arts PDF Download

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Q1: After Jawaharlal Nehru's death, the discussion of political successor started, and Lal Bahadur Shastri was chosen as the Prime Minister through consultation because of his __________ and ___________.

Q2: In the 1967 elections, due to constant realignments, the term 'Aya Ram, Gaya Ram' was coined, indicating ____________.

Q3: Indira Gandhi announced the nationalization of __________ leading private banks and the abolition of the 'privy purse,' leading to the formal split in the party.

Q4: The famous slogan 'Jai Jawan Jai Kisan' symbolized India's resolve during ____________.

Q5: The political alliance formed by non-communist, non-congress opposition parties in the 1971 elections was known as ____________.

Q6: The year 1967 is considered a landmark year due to India's political and electoral history because it marked the rise of ____________.

Q7: The term 'Syndicate' referred to a group of powerful and influential leaders within the ____________ party.

Assertion and Reason Based

Q1: Assertion: The 1967 elections marked a significant shift in Indian politics.
Reason: Constant realignments and shifting political loyalties gave rise to the expression 'Aya Ram, Gaya Ram.'
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are true, and the Reason is the correct explanation of the Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are true, but the Reason is not the correct explanation of the Assertion.
(c) Assertion is true, but the Reason is false.
(d) Assertion is false.

Q2: Assertion: The 'Grand Alliance' in the 1971 elections failed to secure a significant number of seats.
Reason: Indira Gandhi's positive political strategy, encapsulated in the slogan 'Garibi Hatao,' gained widespread support.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are true, and the Reason is the correct explanation of the Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are true, but the Reason is not the correct explanation of the Assertion.
(c) Assertion is true, but the Reason is false.
(d) Assertion is false.

Q3: Assertion: The term 'Syndicate' referred to a group of powerful leaders within the Congress.
Reason: Indira Gandhi faced challenges from the Syndicate, which led to a split in the party.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are true, and the Reason is the correct explanation of the Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are true, but the Reason is not the correct explanation of the Assertion.
(c) Assertion is true, but the Reason is false.
(d) Assertion is false.

Q4: Assertion: The slogan 'Garibi Hatao' was a part of Indira Gandhi's political strategy to build an independent political support base.
Reason: The positive programmes advocated by Indira Gandhi strengthened the spaces for democratic expression.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are true, and the Reason is the correct explanation of the Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are true, but the Reason is not the correct explanation of the Assertion.
(c) Assertion is true, but the Reason is false.
(d) Assertion is false.

Very Short Answer Type Answer

Q1: Who succeeded Jawaharlal Nehru as the Prime Minister?

Q2: What did the slogan 'Jai Jawan Jai Kisan' symbolize?

Q3: What phenomenon did the 1967 elections bring into the picture?

Q4: What was the term coined for the frequent political defections during this period?

Q5: Who was the leader backed by senior party leaders after Lal Bahadur Shastri's death?

Q6: What did the Grand Alliance focus on during the 1971 elections?

Q7: Which event marked the formal split in the Congress party?

Q8: What did Indira Gandhi announce regarding banks, leading to the split in the party?

Q9: Who were the two main contenders for succession after Lal Bahadur Shastri's death?

Q10: What strategy did Ram Manohar Lohia give the name 'Tion-congressism'?

Short Answer Type Questions

Q1: Explain the challenges faced by Lal Bahadur Shastri during his tenure as Prime Minister from 1964 to 1966.

Q2: Describe the political scenario during the fourth general elections in 1967 and its impact on the Congress party.

Q3: Explain the split within the Congress party after the 1967 elections.

Q4: Discuss the factors that led to the formation of the Grand Alliance during the 1971 elections and its outcome.

Q5: What role did the term 'Syndicate' play in the political scenario of the 1960s and early 1970s?

Q6: How did the 1967 elections pave the way for coalition politics in India?

Q7: Explain the significance of the slogan 'Garibi Hatao' in Indira Gandhi's political strategy.

Q8: How did the split within the Congress party in the late 1960s impact Indian politics?

Long Answer Type Questions

Q1: Discuss the challenges faced by Indira Gandhi from the Syndicate and how she overcame these challenges to establish her leadership.

Q2: Analyze the impact of the 1967 elections on Indian politics, focusing on the rise of coalition politics and its consequences.

Q3: Explain the role of the Grand Alliance in the 1971 elections and its significance in shaping the political landscape.

Q4: Evaluate the impact of the split within the Congress party in the late 1960s on Indian politics.

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