Elections — India — 1977.
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What happened in India: the 1977 elections in perspective – Part II: the Janata flood
This is the second part of the documentary on mid-1970s political developments in India. This part outlines the Emergency, its development towards a constitutional dictatorship, and why Indira Gandhi lost the March 1977 elections. The documentary was made in honor of the 30th anniversary of India’s independence. Contains interviews, actuality, and music. Produced by Eileen…
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What happened in India: the 1977 elections in perspective – Part I: to the Emergency
Prime Minister Indira Gandhi declared a state of emergency in India from 1975-1977, now known as The Emergency, during which Gandhi was granted rule by decree and all elections were suspended. This is a documentary that traces the economic and political developments that led to the Emergency in India in 1975. The documentary was made…