⭐ SECTION A — FILL IN THE BLANKS (ENGLISH) — WITH EXPLANATIONS

2(i)

Question:

The Soviet Socialist Republic came into existence following the ________ of 1917.

✔ Correct Answer: Russian Revolution

Explanation:

The 1917 Russian Revolution overthrew the Tsarist monarchy and led to the formation of the Soviet Socialist Republic (USSR). Hence, the revolution of 1917 is the correct event that created the socialist state.

2(ii)

Question:

In 1960, India and Pakistan signed the ________ Treaty with the help of the World Bank.

✔ Correct Answer: Indus Waters Treaty

Explanation:

The Indus Waters Treaty (1960) divided the Indus River system between India and Pakistan. It was mediated by the World Bank and remains one of the most successful water-sharing agreements globally.

2(iii)

Question:

In 1941 the ‘Atlantic Charter’ was signed by Roosevelt and ________.

✔ Correct Answer: Churchill

Explanation:

The Atlantic Charter was a joint statement issued by U.S. President Franklin D. Roosevelt and British PM Winston Churchill outlining Allied goals for the post–World War II world.

2(iv)

Question:

________ is a worldwide forum in opposition to neoliberal globalization.

✔ Correct Answer: World Social Forum

Explanation:

The World Social Forum (WSF) brings together civil society groups opposed to neoliberal policies such as privatization, deregulation, and global corporate dominance.

2(v)

Question:

The Planning Commission was established in the year ________.

✔ Correct Answer: 1950

Explanation:

India’s Planning Commission was established in 1950 to formulate five-year plans and guide economic development.

2(vi)

Question:

The term of the Lok Sabha was increased from 5 years to 6 years by the ________ Constitutional Amendment.

✔ Correct Answer: 42nd Amendment

Explanation:

During the Emergency period, the 42nd Constitutional Amendment (1976) extended the Lok Sabha’s term from 5 to 6 years.