Democratic Rights — Social Studies STD 9 — Question

Mention some features of democracy.

Suggest any one common feature of democracy.

What is judicial review?

After reading the example of the reservation order, three students had different reactions about the role of the judiciary. Which view, according to you, is a correct reading of the role of judiciary?
Vijaya thinks that the judiciary is neither independent nor conformist, but acts as a mediator between opposing parties. The court struck a good balance between those who supported and those who opposed the order.

Why do we need Cultural and Educational rights?

Giving an example of Mexico, prove that although having a democratic system, they were not practising democracy.

Differentiate between the Cabinet and the Council of Ministers.

Which Fundamental Right bans untouchability?

Here are some reports of malpractices in Indian elections. Identify what the problem in each case is. What should be done to correct the situation?

1. Following the announcement of elections, the minister promised to provide financial aid to reopen the closed sugar mill.
2. Opposition parties alleged that their statements and campaign was not given due attention in Doordarshan and All India Radio.
3. An inquiry by the Election Commission showed that electoral rolls of a state contain name of 20 lakh fake voters.
4. The hoodlums of a political party were moving with guns, physically preventing supporters of other political parties to meet the voters and attacking meetings of other parties.

Enumerate the demerits of an electoral competition.