Class 12 Challenges to and Restoration of the Congress System Mock Test (CBSE)

Topics in Challenges to and Restoration of the Congress System

• Challenge of political succession
• Fourth general elections, 1967
• Coalitions and defections
• Split in the Congress
• The 1971 election and restoration of Congress
• Restoration of the Congress system

Challenges to and Restoration of the Congress System practice questions with answers

1. Q1Multiple choice·1 mark
   What does the phrase 'Aaya Ram Gaya Ram' symbolise in the context of Indian politics following the 1967 general elections?

   1. (a)The mass movement of voters shifting loyalties during elections.
   2. (b)Frequent floor-crossing and political defections by elected legislators.
   3. (c)The rapid turnover of Prime Ministers within a single term.
   4. (d)The formation of stable pre-poll alliance coalitions.
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   1. Correct option: (b) Frequent floor-crossing and political defections by elected legislators.+1

   Answer: (b)
2. Q2Multiple choice·1 mark
   The fourth general elections held in 1967 marked a major turning point in India's political history. Which of the following statements is correct regarding the outcome of these elections?

   1. (a)Congress won a massive two-thirds majority in the Lok Sabha.
   2. (b)Congress managed to survive in power at the Centre with a reduced majority and lost power in several States.
   3. (c)Congress was completely defeated and lost power at both the Centre and in all State legislatures.
   4. (d)Congress failed to form a government at the Centre and remained in opposition.
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   1. Correct option: (b) Congress managed to survive in power at the Centre with a reduced majority and lost power in several States.+1

   Answer: (b)

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