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Question 11 Mark
Why Health Wardens are appointed in every village?
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Health Wardens are appointed in every village to provide health care facilities to the villagers.
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Question 81 Mark
What is the total number of High Courts in India at present?
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There are 21 High Courts in the country.
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Question 91 Mark
Which level of government takes the decision on introduction of a new 1000 rupee note?
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The central government of India.
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Question 121 Mark
In a democracy, the ultimate power is in the hands of the _________.
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In a democracy, the ultimate power is in the hands of the people.
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Question 151 Mark
According to Gandhiji’s Young India, who should be given the right to vote?
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All adults of India have the right to vote.
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Question 161 Mark
What are the two types of government?
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The two types of government are democratic and authoritarian.
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Question 191 Mark
In a democratic country, who gives power to the government to take decisions?
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The people of the country give power to the government through election.
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Question 211 Mark
What are the subjects on which the state government makes laws?
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Agriculture, irrigation, trade and commerce.
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Question 221 Mark
What is Universal Adult Franchise?
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Universal Adult Franchise (UAF) means that all adult citizens in a country are given right to vote without any discrimination on the basis of caste, colour, creed, religion, gender, place of birth, education, etc.
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Question 231 Mark
What do you mean by Republic of India?
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It is the governing authority of 28 states and 8 union territories. They are collectively called as the Republic of India.
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Question 261 Mark
What is the main function of a government?
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The main function of the government is to maintain law and order.
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Question 271 Mark
What does the government at the local level means?
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The government dealing with village, town or locality.
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Question 281 Mark
What is democracy? Give two examples.
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Democracy is a form of government where people are free to choose their representatives. Two examples are India and USA.
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Question 291 Mark
What are three branches of the Indian government?
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The three branches of the Indian government are Legislature, Executive and the Judiciary.
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Question 311 Mark
What are the various levels of government?
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The various levels of government are national, state and local.
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Question 351 Mark
What is Monarchy?
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In this system of government, powers are concentrated in the hands of a king or a queen. They do not have to explain their actions or defend the decisions they take.
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