Question

In the context of Indian politics, the “Syndicate” refers to:

• A. A coalition of opposition parties after \(1977\)
• B. A powerful group of Congress leaders controlling party organisation
• C. A militant organisation in Punjab
• D. A pressure group formed during Mandal politics

Hint:

\[ \text{Syndicate} \rightarrow \text{Powerful Congress leaders' group} \] Associated with: \[ 1960\text{s Indian politics} \]

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

In Indian politics, the term: \[ \text{``Syndicate''} \] referred to a powerful group of senior leaders within the: \[ \text{Indian National Congress} \] during the: \[ 1960\text{s} \] These leaders had strong control over:

• Party organisation
• Decision-making
• Selection of leadership

The Syndicate played an important role after the death of: \[ \text{Jawaharlal Nehru} \] and later came into conflict with: \[ \text{Indira Gandhi} \] This political struggle eventually contributed to the: \[ 1969\ \text{split in the Congress Party} \] Option analysis:

• Option (A): Incorrect
• Option (B): Correct
• Option (C): Incorrect
• Option (D): Incorrect

Therefore: \[ \boxed{\text{(B)}} \]