Which regional rebellion, declared in Bukittinggi, West Sumatra, in February 1958 by dissident military officers and politicians, formed a rival government to Jakarta?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. Pemerintah Revolusioner Republik Indonesia (PRRI)
- Step 1: PRRI was proclaimed on 15 February 1958, led by Lt. Col. Ahmad Husein and Sjafruddin Prawiranegara as prime minister. Step 2. They protested centralized economic neglect, communist influence in Jakarta, and unconstitutional governance. Answer: Pemerintah Revolusioner Republik Indonesia (PRRI). Why not the others: Permesta was declared in Sulawesi; RMS was declared in Ambon in 1950.
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