Question

Which of the following were the demands of the Aanandpur Sahib Resolution?

• A. Chandigarh to be a part of Punjab.
• B. To include Gujarat as part of Punjab.
• C. To increase the recruitment of Sikhs in the Indian Army.
• D. All Punjabi-speaking parts to be made part of Punjab.

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (C), (D)

The correct options are
A Chandigarh to be a part of Punjab.
C To increase the recruitment of Sikhs in the Indian Army.
D All Punjabi-speaking parts to be made part of Punjab.

In 1973, the Akali Dal passed the Aanandpur Sahib Resolution with the three demands mentioned in the options. When the party came to power in 1971, they insisted that more river waters be available for Punjab.