Opposition Against Division of Punjab


 
 
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Opposition Against Division Of Punjab

In 1965, Sant Fateh Singh again decided to go on a fast on 10th August, 1965 to press for the demand of the Punjabi Suba'. He further threatened self-immolation if the demand was not accepted in 25 days. The Hindus of the Punjabi area opposed the demand for the division of the state fearing that they would be in a minority in the new state. The local press, which was also controlled by the Hindus, too joined in and openly opposed the division. The people of Haryana region, except for RSS and Jan Sangh followers, supported the demand for the division of Punjab into Hindi-speaking and Punjabi-speaking states.

Reorganisation Of State Of Punjab

Finally, bowing to the growing pressure from the people of both the regions,

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Question : 1

What event led to the reorganization of the state, resulting in the creation of Haryana and the formation of Punjab as a Punjabi-speaking state in 1966?

Right Option : D
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Question : 2

What was the primary concern of the Hindu community in the Punjabi-speaking areas opposing the demand for Punjabi Suba?

Right Option : B
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Question : 3

Assertion: Sant Fateh Singh's fast in 1965 was primarily aimed at gaining political power for the Sikh community.

Reason: The demand for Punjabi Suba faced opposition from the Hindu community due to cultural differences.

Right Option : B
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