What was Gheorghiu-Dej's government accused of within the country?
Human rights violations
Economic mismanagement
Imperialistic aims
Embezzlement
Answer
Gheorghiu-Dej's government was accused of human rights violations, including arbitrary arrests, torture, and executions. The government also restricted freedom of speech, assembly, and religion. These human rights violations were a major cause of discontent among the population and contributed to the overthrow of the regime in 1989.
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