Civics Polity

Political Systems and Government

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Political systems and government frameworks determine how power is distributed and exercised within a society. This topic covers concepts like democracies, republics, meritocracies, and the separation of powers. It is a vital part of the polity syllabus for various competitive examinations.

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Political Systems and Government Questions

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

The word ____________ means that a State is not under the control of a foreign power.

  1. Sovereign

  2. Socialist

  3. Secular

  4. Democratic
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The word Sovereign means that a State is not under the control of a foreign power. Sovereignty implies that it is not subject to the control of any other State or external power. 

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

In democracy, the source of authority is vested in __________.

  1. The people

  2. The party

  3. The constitution

  4. Law
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Explanation

The term democracy is made up of two Greek words " Demos" and "Kratia". Here "Demos"  means "people" and "Kratia" means "People". Thus this word refers to the rule of the people. This term was at first used by the city-states of Athens. 

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

To Weber, bureaucracy is _____________.

  1. Instrument of manipulation

  2. Inefficient and corrupt

  3. An administration of appointed officials

  4. Administrative organ in different types of authority
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C Correct answer
Explanation

According to Max Weber," Bureaucracy is a system of administration that is marked by the appointed officials. Bureaucracy is a large group of people who are involved in running an organization but these people are appointed not elected.

Multiple choice work, life and leisure work, life and leisure during industrial revolution colonialism and urban change history

Which of the following is/are affected by the existence of a large urban population?

  1. A private landlord

  2. A Police Superintendent in charge of law and order

  3. A leader of a political party

  4. All of above
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Explanation

Private landlord- A private landlord can increase his earning by renting out tenements. This was the case during the later part of nineteenth century and early twentieth century in London. The situation was same in Bombay during the early twentieth century.


A Police Superintendent in change of law and order- A large number of urban populations create many inequalities in the society. People who may not be able to find gainful employment may resort to petty crimes. Poor housing conditions also provide a ground for development of resentment among the people. The situation may lead to a spurt in crime. For Police Superintendent, the situation can be very challenging as he has to keep the crime under check. 


A leader of a political party- For a leader of a political party, a large urban population presents both threat and opportunity. Keeping the largely disgruntled population under control can be a challenge. If a political party finds proper solution to the problem of people, then it can create a huge support base for itself.

Multiple choice civics the state government (part-ii) chief minister the state executive governor, chief minister and state council of ministers

The Legislative Assembly is the only place where opinions are expressed about the work of the government and action is demanded.

  1. True

  2. False
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The Constitution of India guarantees the citizens the right to freedom of speech and expression as the fundamental right. The government action and policies need not only be necessarily discussed in the legislature (Parliament or State legislature) but on other platforms also like holding a lawful public protest, demonstration, in newspapers, through mass media etc. An aggrieved person can also send a letter to the government office.

Multiple choice civics the state government (part-ii) chief minister the state executive governor, chief minister and state council of ministers

How does a government function in a state?

  1. Appointing ministers at various levels

  2. Appointing MLAs at various levels

  3. Appointing leaders at various levels

  4. None of the above
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Explanation

A government is headed by the Chief Minister. The Chief Minister, in order to manage the functioning of the government, appoints ministers at various levels like cabinet ministers, state ministers and deputy ministers. Every government departments is headed by a cabinet minister who is directly accountable for the functioning of the particular department. The heads of the government departments who are bureaucrats, are responsible for the handling of the government decisions. The bureaucrats project and get the works completed. The ministers give approval to the work.

Multiple choice political science interdependence international problems problems affecting the world major challenges before the world human rights : origin, characteristics and types

The "Post-Westphalian Order" is characterized by ___________.

  1. The sovereign power and authority of national government - the entitlement of states to rule within their own territorial space - being transformed but not necessarily eroded.

  2. A real dilemma: in return for more effective public policy and meeting their citizens' demands, whether in relation to the drugs trade or employment, their capacity for self-governance - that is state autonomy - is compromised.

  3. The emergence of a new geography of political organization and political power, which transcends territories and borders.

  4. All of the answer options given are correct
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The Westphalia order recognized Nation's complete sovereignty and it's the authority to determine the matter within the boundaries without any interference from outside. It assumes the authority of a state as highest except when the state gives consent otherwise. The Post -Westphalia order depicts the era in which international organizations are becoming increasingly independent sites of authority. The non-state actors are becoming authoritative in determining world order and they would exercise the authority in such a manner that it could endanger the basic human rights, democracy and rule of law for the promotion of which these organizations are formed. The state sovereignty is undermined though on a humanitarian basis but intervention and supra authority in the name of maintaining international order can be observed in the post-cold war era.

Multiple choice civics the governor and state council of ministers the governor the state executive governor, chief minister and state council of ministers

The Governor of a State enjoys ________.

  1. no discretionary powers at all

  2. extensive discretionary powers

  3. discretionary powers in certain matters

  4. discretionary powers in legal matters
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C Correct answer
Explanation

In some cases, the Governor exercises his discretionary powers as the bills passed in the state legislatures affect the primary conditions as drawn out in the Constitution of India. He sends such bills for the consideration of the President using his discretionary powers. 

Multiple choice sociology types of society concept of family family introduction to social movements and its types

Group which represents the interests of a particular section of the society is known as

  1. Pressure group

  2. Political party

  3. Sectional interest group

  4. Public interest group
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Sectional interest groups are organizations that seek to promote the interests of a specific section of society, such as trade unions or business associations.

Multiple choice political science diversity in society secularism understanding secularism importance and principles of secularism

Secular State means ________________.

  1. State that does not favour any religion

  2. State with cultural rights

  3. Restricted freedom of religion

  4. Government based on a particular religion
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Secularism means an ideology that does not favor any religion or in other words that fosters respect for all religions equally. A secular state means a state that does not have any official religion and which remains neutral in the matters of religion like India.

Multiple choice political science diversity in society secularism understanding secularism importance and principles of secularism

Equal respect and equal protection of all religions by Government is termed as _________.

  1. Socialism

  2. Secularism

  3. Sovereignty

  4. Integrity
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Explanation

Secularism in India means equal treatment of all religions by the state. With the 42nd Amendment of the Constitution of India enacted in 1976, the Preamble to the Constitution asserted that India is a secular nation. However, neither India's constitution nor its laws define the relationship between religion and state. The laws implicitly require the state and its institutions to recognize and accept all religions, enforce parliamentary laws instead of religious laws, and respect pluralism.

Multiple choice political science diversity in society secularism understanding secularism importance and principles of secularism

__________ refers to separation of religion from the state.

  1. Fraternity

  2. Liberty

  3. Secularism

  4. Equality
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Explanation

India is a secular country. It is the system in which people are free to choose the religion that they follow. Religious tolerance is the fundamental characteristic of secularism. It does not oppose any religion.

Multiple choice political science diversity in society secularism understanding secularism importance and principles of secularism

Which of the pairs is correctly matched?

  1. Republic-Head of the state is hereditary Monarch

  2. Sovereign-Constitution rests on people's will

  3. Democratic--Constitution does not recognise legal supremacy of another country

  4. Secular-State is without any religion of its own
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Explanation

The Constitution of India provides for a Secular State meaningly India has no particular religion as the official religion and it remains neutral in the affairs of religion or on other words each and every Religion gets equal status and support from the state. The term "secular" was added to the Preamble by 42nd Constitutional Amendment Act, 1976.

Multiple choice social studies ideals of our constitution preamble of the indian constitution features of indian democracy features of the constitution and preamble

Which of the following does not find mention in the Preamble?

  1. Sovereign State

  2. Secular state

  3. Democratic Republic

  4. Welfare State
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Explanation

Preamble is an introductory statement that states the source of authority, date of adoption, guiding principles, etc. Also, it specifies character and values like sovereign, socialist, secular, democratic, republic, justice, liberty, equality, fraternity. The concept of Welfare state is mentioned in Directive Principles of state Policy.

Multiple choice organisation of commerce and management government organisation meaning and features of government company government companies forms, comparison and cases of public enterprises

Government departments are headed by the ministers.

  1. True

  2. False
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Explanation

Ministry is a government department which deals with a particular area of activity. All the Government departments are headed by the ministers as these enterprises are considered a part or an extension of the ministry. For e.g. railway department is under railway minister.