Question

Which of the following were the factors which led to the popularity of Indira Gandhi's Government in the early 1970s?

1. Socialist credentials became the main project during this period.
2. Indira Gandhi campaigned to implement land reform legislation and land ceiling legislation.
3. She ended her dependence on other political parties by strengthening her party's position and recommended the dissolution of Lok Sabha in December 1970. 

Options

• i & ii

• i & iii

• iii & ii

• i, ii & iii

Answer 1

i, ii & iii

Explanation:

1. During this time, socialist credentials became major projects.
2. Indira Gandhi fought for the passage of land reform and land ceiling laws.
3. By strengthening her party's position and recommending the dissolution of the Lok Sabha in December 1970, she terminated her reliance on other political parties.
4. East Pakistan problem and the Indo-Pak war to establish Bangladesh as an independent country boosted Indira Gandhi's popularity.
5. Indira Gandhi's government was regarded not just as a protector of the poor and oppressed, but also as a powerful government.