India : Events after 1960
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Overview
After gaining independence in 1947 and adopting the Constitution in 1950, India embarked on a journey of nation-building. The period after 1960 witnessed significant political, economic, and social transformations that shaped modern India. This chapter covers the crucial events from the 1960s to the
Key Concepts
Goa
Goa, Diu, and Daman were freed from Portuguese colonial rule and integrated into the Indian Union, completing the process of decolonization.
Border tensions along the McMahon Line
Border tensions along the McMahon Line culminated in a war between India and China in 1962, highlighting the need for strong defense preparedness.
Two major wars were fought
Two major wars were fought - one over Kashmir in 1965 under PM Lal Bahadur Shastri, and another in 1971 under PM Indira Gandhi that led to the creatio
PM Indira Gandhi declared a state
PM Indira Gandhi declared a state of emergency, suspending fundamental rights and civil liberties for nearly two years.
Under PM P
Under PM P.V. Narasimha Rao, India initiated major economic reforms, opening up the economy to foreign investment and reducing government control.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the major political events and leadership changes in India after 1960
- Analyze the impact of wars with neighboring countries on India's development
- Examine the economic reforms and liberalization policies implemented since 1991
- Study India's progress in science, technology, and space research
- Evaluate the social changes and policies for empowerment of marginalized sections
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