Who was the prime minister of India when the fundatmental duties were included in the Indian constitution?

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  1. Indira Gandhi
  2. Rajiv Gandhi
  3. Manmohan Singh
  4. Jawaharlal Nehru

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Option 1 : Indira Gandhi
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The correct answer is Indira Gandhi.
Key Points
  • Indira Gandhi served as Prime Minister during a critical period in India's history.
  • She held office from 1966 to 1977 and then from 1980 to 1984.
  • The Fundamental Duties were included in the Indian Constitution during the period of her leadership, specifically during the period known as the Emergency (1975-1977).
  • Under her leadership, India achieved self-sufficiency in food grains due to the Green Revolution, which introduced high-yield crops and modern agricultural techniques.
  • During her tenure, India won the 1971 war against Pakistan, leading to the creation of Bangladesh.
  • She also implemented several significant reforms and policies in the economic and social sectors.
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Prime Minister Tenure
Rajiv Gandhi 1984-1989
Manmohan Singh 2004-2014
Jawaharlal Nehru 1947-1964
 
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