In Italian history, which Italian Socialist Party (PSI) statesman became the first socialist Prime Minister of Italy, serving two influential cabinets between 1983 and 1987?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. Bettino Craxi
- Step 1: Bettino Craxi led the long-running Pentapartito coalition from 1983 to 1987, presiding over economic expansion, the 1984 revised Concordat with the Vatican, and the Sigonella crisis. Answer: Bettino Craxi. Why not the others: Sandro Pertini was the beloved President of the Republic (1978–1985), and Amato served as Prime Minister in 1992–93.
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