According to Kautilya's Arthashastra, the duty to maintain law and order within the state is called:
  • Raksha
  • Pālana
  • Yogakṣhema
  • Dharma
The legislative function of the government refers to:
  • Implementing the rules
  • Ensuring rules are followed
  • The creation of rules
  • Judging disputes
A Constitution is best described as:
  • A book of religious prayers
  • A king's personal diary
  • A book of fundamental rules of a country
  • A collection of poems about nature
Who famously described democracy as a government of the people, by the people, for the people?
  • Adolf Hitler
  • Kautilya
  • Abraham Lincoln
  • King Charles III
In which form of government does the head of state inherit their position from their family?
  • Democracy
  • Monarchy
  • Theocracy
  • Republic
What is Universal Adult Franchise?
  • The right of only wealthy people to vote
  • The right of every citizen above a certain age to vote
  • The right of the king to choose his successor
  • The right of students to choose their teachers
In a Presidential democracy (like the USA), the Executive works:
  • As a part of the Legislature
  • Independently of the Legislature
  • Under the control of the King
  • Only during the night
The Uttaramerur inscriptions from the 10th century CE provide details about elections in which empire?
  • Maurya Empire
  • Chola Empire
  • Roman Empire
  • Gupta Empire
A form of government ruled by religious leaders and religious laws is called:
  • Oligarchy
  • Dictatorship
  • Theocracy
  • Direct Democracy
Which of the following is a core principle of democracy?
  • Hereditary rule
  • Equality and Freedom
  • Absolute power of one person
  • Secrecy in decision making
The term Sovereign indicates that the source of power of a country is:
  • Dependent on other countries
  • Independent from external influence
  • Held only by the military
  • Decided by a religious cleric only
In India’s Parliamentary democracy, the Prime Minister and the Council of Ministers are part of:
  • Only the Judiciary
  • Both the Executive and the Legislature
  • Only the King's court
  • A foreign government
Assertion–Reason. Assertion (A): Direct democracy is difficult to carry out in very large countries. Reason (R): It is hard for millions of people to gather and make every single decision together smoothly. Choose the correct option:
  • Both A and R are true, and R correctly explains A
  • Both A and R are true, but R does not explain A
  • A is true, but R is false
  • A is false, but R is true
Assertion–Reason In a constitutional monarchy (like the UK), the King or Queen has all the real power. Reason: The real executive power is actually exercised by the Prime Minister and the elected Parliament. Choose the correct option.
  • Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.
  • Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A.
  • A is true, but R is false.
  • A is false, but R is true.
Match the Following (Organ of Government & Role) | Column I (Organ) | Column II (Function) |
  • 1-i, 2-ii, 3-iii
  • 1-iii, 2-i, 3-ii
  • 1-ii, 2-iii, 3-i
  • 1-iii, 2-ii, 3-i
Match the Following (Type of Government & Example) | Column I (Type) | Column II (Example/Context) |
  • 1-iv, 2-iii, 3-ii, 4-i
  • 1-iii, 2-ii, 3-i, 4-iv
  • 1-i, 2-ii, 3-iii, 4-iv
  • 1-ii, 2-i, 3-iii, 4-iv
Case-based question Read the story: Shane lives in North Korea. He has a government-defined haircut, no access to the global internet, and must serve in the military for as long as the government says. He cannot choose his styles or express his own opinions freely. Based on this story, which form of government does North Korea follow?
  • Democracy
  • Dictatorship
  • Direct democracy
  • Constitutional monarchy
Situation-based question A Head Teacher wants to form a student committee and decides that students from each grade will vote to choose one representative. Why is this considered a democratic approach?
  • Because the Head Teacher is making all the choices
  • Because only the seniors are allowed to talk
  • Because it ensures that the voices of students from all grades are heard through their chosen representatives
  • Because it is the fastest way to finish the meeting
Fig. 9.1 shows a large, modern hall with many wooden desks arranged in a semi-circle and a green wall at the front. This image shows the inside of the Indian Parliament. Which function is primarily performed here?
  • Judging criminals
  • Making laws for the country
  • Cleaning the streets
  • Treating sick patients
Fig. 9.13 shows giant, fat men labeled "Trusts" standing at the back of a room over smaller elected members who are working at desks. This cartoon depicts an oligarchic situation. What does it suggest about decision-making?
  • Everyone has equal power
  • Wealthy and powerful groups are influencing or controlling the elected members
  • The King is the only one allowed in the room
  • The people are very happy with their representatives
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