Civics Polity

Political Systems and Governance

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This section provides practice questions on various political systems including democracies, authoritarian regimes, and oligarchies. Understanding political governance and theories is crucial for cracking civil services and state PSC examinations. Regular practice ensures a solid grasp of political concepts and frameworks.

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Political Systems and Governance Questions

Multiple choice civics state factors of a state introduction to philosophical state the state government (part-ii)

It is considered important to have Opposition Party in Democracy.

  1. True

  2. False
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A Correct answer
Explanation

(a) The opposition parties criticize the wrong policies of the government and demand their conciliation by launching agitation's.
(b) They serve as watchdog of democracy and ensure that the government functions in a responsible manner.

Multiple choice civics state factors of a state introduction to philosophical state the state government (part-ii)

Which of the following is an essential attribute of the State?

  1. Democracy

  2. Socialism

  3. Nationalism

  4. Sovereignty
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The concept of state sovereignty entails that states are in comprehensive and exclusive control of all the people and property within their territory. State sovereignty also implies that all states are equal as states. As all states are on par with one another, one state cannot interfere with the internal affairs of another state. Essentially, sovereignty demands that one state cannot claim that another state takes any particular internal action.

Multiple choice political science importance and principles of secularism preamble of the indian constitution principles of secularism preamble to the constitution

Pakistan under General Musharraf should not be called a democracy because _____________.

  1. Army officials are elected by the people.

  2. Elected representatives are not the real rulers.

  3. Real power is with the army officials.

  4. People have direct control over the government.
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Pakistan under Musharraf should not be called a democracy as the country there is ruled by orders of army. There sis no separation of Power between organs here.

Multiple choice political science contemporary issues in indian politics communalism, casteism and terrorism social problems and challenges diversity and discrimination

A communal mind often leads to a quest for political ______________.

  1. development

  2. dominance

  3. dictatorship

  4. discrimination.
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B Correct answer
Explanation
A communal mind often leads to a quest for political dominance of one's religious community. For those belonging to the majority community, this takes the form of majoritarian dominance. For those belonging to the minority community, it can take the form of a desire to form a separate political unit. 
Multiple choice political science the media in democracy administrative reforms media and democracy role and importance of media role of media in democracy public administration

In a democratic government, a citizen has the right and the means to examine the decisions taken by the government. It is known as _______________.

  1. Bureaucracy

  2. Politics

  3. Transparency

  4. None of these
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Parliament has enacted a law giving the right to information to the citizens.

The Right to Information Act came into force on October 12, 2005. This Act gives the citizens of India the right to 

a) seek and receive information from the government and other public authorities.

b) ask them certain questions.

c) take copies, including certified copies of documents.

d) inspect documents.

e) take sample of materials. 

Multiple choice political science meaning and importance of political science introduction to political science study of political science scope and significance of political science

For the successful functioning of democracy we need ___________.

  1. social change.

  2. economic development.

  3. vigilant public.

  4. None of the above
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C Correct answer
Explanation

For the successful functioning of democracy we need vigilant public. Alertness of the people is essential condition without which the true idea of democracy cannot be realized. Indolence and indifference on the part of the citizens are the two enemies of democracy. Constant vigilance is the price of liberty. In the absence of proper vigilance, democracy is liable to be perverted.

Multiple choice political science meaning and importance of political science introduction to political science study of political science scope and significance of political science

'Self development' is the essence of ____________.

  1. Participatory democracy

  2. Classical democracy

  3. Elitist democracy

  4. None of these
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Officially, participatory democracy is direct democracy, in the sense that all citizens are actively involved in all important decisions. The definition commonly refers to movements, such as the Civil Rights Movement or the Women’s Suffrage Movement,  that gather a group of people who democratically make decisions about the direction of the group.

Multiple choice political science meaning and importance of political science introduction to political science study of political science scope and significance of political science

Which of the following does not lead to the spread of democracy?

  1. Struggle by people

  2. Invasion by foreign countries

  3. End of colonialism

  4. People's desire for freedom
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Invasion of Foreign country undermines the Sovereignty of the invaded Nation. Invader Country makes the host country its colony and establishes anarchy to suppress the people's voice against them. They Crush the democratic structure to control the Nation. A dictatorship is a suitable form of governance adopted by invader countries E.g., British Raj in India.

Multiple choice political science on equality equality efforts of the government in social circle and its effects on people government in social sector

In democracy, all citizens have __________ right to vote.

  1. Equal

  2. Unequal

  3. Limited

  4. Indirect
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A Correct answer
Explanation

In a democracy, the people elect their representatives and right to vote is a fundamental principle of a democracy. Every citizen has equal right to vote though the age may differ according to different democracies. Article 325 of the Indian Constitution says that no person to be ineligible for inclusion in, or to claim to be included in a special, electoral roll on grounds of religion, race, caste or sex  for right vote India. 

Multiple choice political science on equality equality efforts of the government in social circle and its effects on people government in social sector

Dignity of woman is properly preserved in the ____________.

  1. Democracy.

  2. Theocracy.

  3. Autocracy.

  4. Dictatorship.
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A Correct answer
Explanation
Dignity of a woman is properly preserved in the democracy because in a democracy the law does not allow such kind gender discrimination. Males and females are equal in the eyes of law and they must be given equal dignity and opportunities. Hence, Option A is correct. All the other types of states discriminate women and keep them subdued, hence, incorrect. 
Multiple choice political science on equality equality efforts of the government in social circle and its effects on people government in social sector

In a democratic country, like India, all adults irrespective of __________ are allowed to vote.

  1. religion

  2. education they have

  3. cast , or whether they are rich or poor

  4. All of these
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D Correct answer
Explanation

In a democracy, the people elect their representatives and right to vote is a fundamental principle of a democracy. Every citizen has equal right to vote though the age may differ according to different democracies. Article 325 of the Indian Constitution says that no person to be ineligible for inclusion in, or to claim to be included in a special, electoral roll on grounds of religion, race, caste or sex  for right vote India. 

Multiple choice political science on equality equality efforts of the government in social circle and its effects on people government in social sector

Define equality?

  1. Key feature of democracy

  2. Key feature of independence

  3. Key feature of political life

  4. None of the above
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Equality is a key feature of democracy and influences all aspects of its functioning. Democratic government include people's participation, the resolution of conflict, and equality and justice. Equality is important in democracy.

Multiple choice the empires of mongol, mali, china and japan medieval world: centres of power the classical world history
In Roman Republic, which of the following characteristics was not there?

  1. Division of political power

  2. Term limits on political leaders

  3. Military conflict with Carthage

  4. A mythical founding

  5. Equitable political representation across class boundaries
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E Correct answer
Explanation

Equitable political representation across class boundaries was not the characteristics in Roman Republic.

Multiple choice the empires of mongol, mali, china and japan medieval world: centres of power the classical world history

Why did the Roman decide to have a dictator during government emergencies?

  1. To keep away the common people from revolting

  2. To keep the senate from deciding to veto the consul's decisions

  3. To ensure that the army had strong leader

  4. To provide leadership when the consuls disagreed
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The office of dictator was created in the Roman Republic to provide a single, temporary authority during extreme emergencies when the two consuls could not agree or needed to act quickly.