Which major factor was responsible for the dramatic victory of Indira Gandhi in 1971 elections?

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Although the Congress’s position was very weak in the electoral contest of 1971, it had something that its big opponents lacked. it had an issue, an agenda, and a positive slogan: 

Garibi Hatao in contrast to opposition’s Indira Hatao. This proved to be a major factor responsible for the dramatic victory of Indira Gandhi.

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Major factors responsible for the dramatic victory of Indira Gandhi were:

(i) The positive slogan of ‘Garibi Hatao’. (remove poverty)

(ii) Indira Gandhi focused on the growth of public sector.

(iii) Abolition of princely privileges.

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