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What is Democracy? Why Is Democracy? Social Studies - What is Democracy? Why Is Democracy?

CBSE - STD 9 - Social Studies (CBSE - English Medium). 722 questions in this chapter.

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Q 1MCQ (1 Mark)1 Mark
A democratic government is better than a non$-$democratic government because.
  • A
    It may or may not be accountable.
  • B
    It always responds to the needs of the people.
  • ✓
    It is a more accountable form of government.
  • D
    None of the above.

Answer: C.

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Q 2MCQ (1 Mark)1 Mark
Which of the following is a disadvantage of democracy?
  • A
    Nationalism.
  • ✓
    Corruption.
  • C
    Curtailment of rights.
  • D
    Fear of rebellion.

Answer: B.

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Q 3MCQ (1 Mark)1 Mark
In a $......$ political expression of social divisions is very normal and can be healthy:
  • A
    Monarchy.
  • B
    Dictatorship.
  • ✓
    Democracy.
  • D
    Constitutional monarchy.

Answer: C.

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Q 4MCQ (1 Mark)1 Mark
Which one of the following is not a feature of a democracy?
  • A
    Fundamental Rights are granted to the people.
  • B
    The interests of minorities are protected.
  • ✓
    Majority party may become dictatorial.
  • D
    The principle of equality is practised.

Answer: C.

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Q 5MCQ (1 Mark)1 Mark
Democracy improves the quality of decision-making because?
  • A
    Decisions are taken by educated people.
  • ✓
    Decisions are taken by consultation and discussion.
  • C
    Decisions are taken over a long period of time.
  • D
    All decisions are approved by judiciary.

Answer: B.

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Q 8MCQ [1M - POLITICAL SCIENCE]1 Mark

With what motive did General Pervez Musharraf issue a 'Legal Framework Order' in August 2002?

  • A
    To enhance the dignity of the Pakistan citizens.
  • B
    To empower himself.
  • C
    To empower his supporter.
  • D
    To amend the constitution of Pakistan.
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Q 9MCQ [1M - POLITICAL SCIENCE]1 Mark

Why is democracy better than other forms of governments?

  • A
    Enhances the dignity of the individual.
  • B
    Improves the quality of decision making.
  • C
    Provides a method to resolve conflicts.
  • D
    All of the above.
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Q 10MCQ [1M - POLITICAL SCIENCE]1 Mark

Why do some people think that democracy produces less effective government?

  • A
    Promotes equality among citizens.
  • B
    Allows a room to correct mistakes.
  • C
    It always worries about majorities and public opinions.
  • D
    None of the above.
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Q 22Question(1 Marks)1 Mark
Consider the following facts about a country and decide if you would call it a democracy. Give reasons to support your decision:
The government owns the radio and television in the country. All the newspapers have to get permission from the government to publish any news about government’s policies and protests.
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Q 25VSQ [2M - POLITICAL SCIENCE]2 Marks
Are the following statements in keeping with democracy as a value? Why?
Father to daughter: I don’t want to hear your opinion about your marriage. In our family children marry where the parents tell them to.
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Q 26VSQ [2M - POLITICAL SCIENCE]2 Marks
Each of these statements contains a democratic and an undemocratic element. Write out the two separately for each statement:
Women’s representation in the parliament has barely reached 10 per cent. This led women’s organisations to demand one-third seats for women.
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Q 27VSQ [2M - POLITICAL SCIENCE]2 Marks
Each of these statements contains a democratic and an undemocratic element. Write out the two separately for each statement:
The Election Commission ordered re-polling in a constituency where large-scale rigging was reported.
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Q 28VSQ [2M - POLITICAL SCIENCE]2 Marks
Each of these statements contains a democratic and an undemocratic element. Write out the two separately for each statement:
A minister said that some laws have to be passed by the parliament in order to conform to the regulations decided by the World Trade Organisation (WTO).
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Q 29VSQ (2 Marks)2 Marks
Each of these statements contains a democratic and an undemocratic element. Write out the two separately for each statement:
Women’s representation in the parliament has barely reached 10 per cent. This led women’s organisations to demand one-third seats for women.
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Q 30VSQ (2 Marks)2 Marks
Each of these statements contains a democratic and an undemocratic element. Write out the two separately for each statement:
The Election Commission ordered re-polling in a constituency where large-scale rigging was reported.
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Q 33VSQ (2 Marks)2 Marks
Each of these statements contains a democratic and an undemocratic element. Write out the two separately for each statement:
A minister said that some laws have to be passed by the parliament in order to conform to the regulations decided by the World Trade Organisation (WTO).
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Q 35SHORT ANSWER QUESTIONS [3M - POLITICAL SCIENCE]3 Marks
Write a response to the following arguments against democracy:
  1. Army is the most disciplined and corruption-free organisation in the country. Therefore army should rule the country.
  2. Rule of the majority means the rule of ignorant people. What we need is the rule of the wise, even if they are in small numbers.
  3. If we want religious leaders to guide us in spiritual matters, why not invite them to guide us in politics as well. The country should be ruled by religious leaders.
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Q 49LONG ANS. QUESTIONS(5 Mark)5 Marks
In 2004 a report published in USA pointed to the increasing inequalities in that country. Inequalities in income reflected in the participation of people in democracy. It also shaped their abilities to influence the decisions taken by the government. The report highlighted that:
  • If an average Black family earns $ 100 then the income of average White family is $ 162. A White family has twelve times more wealth than the average Black family.
  • In a President’s election ‘nearly 9 out of 10 individuals in families with income over $ 75,000 have voted. These people are the top 20% of the population in terms of their income. On the other hand only 5 people out of 10 from families with income less than $ 15,000 have voted. They are the bottom 20% of the population in terms of their income.
  • About 95% contribution to the political parties comes from the rich. This gives them opportunity to express their opinions and concerns, which is not available to most citizens.
  • As poor sections participate less in politics, the government does not listen to their concerns − coming out of poverty, getting job, education, health, car and housing for them. Politicians hear most regularly about the concerns of business persons and the rich.
Write an essay on ‘Democracy and Poverty’ using the information given in this report but using examples from India.
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Q 51LONG ANS. QUESTIONS(5 Mark)5 Marks
How is a democratic government a better government? Explain in view of the governance in China and that in India.
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How is democracy better than other forms of government in responding to the people's needs? Explain giving example of China's famine.
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