Misdirected Discontent

Summary

This one-page resolution, adopted by the General Council on 28 May 1966, condemns the recent acts of violence and sabotage in India. It interprets the frequency of these incidents as evidence of a fundamental defect in the Government’s policies and programmes, rather than treating them solely as criminal or anti-national conduct.

The resolution argues that governmental policies and attitudes have driven people suffering from grievances toward sabotage. It therefore calls for serious reflection and a rapid reappraisal of government policy by the Government and its leaders. The document is moved from the Chair and does not provide further detail about the grievances, incidents, or proposed policy changes.

Key points

• The Swatantra Party General Council adopted the resolution on 28 May 1966.
• It strongly condemns recent violence and sabotage as deplorable and criminal.
• The frequency of such incidents is presented as evidence of fundamental defects in government policies and programmes.
• The resolution links public grievances to the resort to anti-national acts of sabotage.
• It calls for serious reflection and a quick reappraisal of government policies and attitudes.
• The appeal is directed to the Government and its leaders.