Sec 2 History EOY 2021

Chapter 6 ( 1963 – 1965)

Reasons for separation of Singapore from Malaysia / Challenges faced during merger between
Singapore (PAP) and Malaysia (Central Govt/ Alliance Party)

1. Political reasons – Difference in political beliefs/ Privileges of Malay rights

2. Economic reasons – Delay in Common Market / Disagreement in taxation

Chapter 7 (1965 - 1975)

Challenges faced by Singapore after independence (1965)

1. Political
- External threats (Security concerns – lack of defence force)
- British withdrawal from Singapore

2. Economic
- Unemployment problems
- Tense relationship among some countries
- Declining entrepot trade

3. Social
- Lack of common identity
- Shortage of housing/ Poor sanitation

Chapter 8 (1965 – 1975)

Policies by the PAP govt to solve/ overcome challenges in Singapore after independence 1965

1. Political
- Introduction of National Service
- Military Cooperation among countries (Diplomatic relations)
- Building a defence Industry

2. Social
- Setting of HDB (Improvement in amenities)

***No need to study on Economic aspects – diversified economy