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Ajay RajAIR 109

Question Q8GS2UNKNOWN

Critically examine the conditions that necessitated the imposition of National Emergency in 1975. What were its short term and long-term impacts for the country? (15 marks, 250 words)

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Introduction

Widely regarded as a dark episode in India democracy, 1975 imposition of National Emergency was a consequence of long term and short term factors

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Main Body

Long Term Factors:

1Subsequent wars with china and Pakistan created economic strain in India
2The drought of 1969, exacerbated the situation
3Political factor such as Indira Gandhi Vs seniors leaders in congress drift

Short Term Factors:

1Growing unemployment in the 70's
2Social movement such as student movement from Gujarat and Bihar

(a) Indira Gandhi introduced socialist policies with the slogan 'GARIBI HATAO'

(b) Introduction of annual plans, between 1966-69, to cover up the 5 year plans.

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Conclusion

Apart from these achievements the defeat before china still as a implication in Indo-china relations given till now. However, green revolution inspired other agricultural revolution such as white Revolution and strengthened Indian economy later.

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Ajay Raj

AIR 109

Subject & Paper

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Topic

Modern Indian History

Post-Independence India - 1970s

National Emergency 1975

Writing Stats

139

Total words

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Analytical and structured

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