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In Belgium, the percentage of French community is- a)54%
- b)40%
- c)30%
- d)20%
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
In Belgium, the percentage of French community is
a)
54%
b)
40%
c)
30%
d)
20%
 | Vivek Rana answered |
In Belgium total population divided as:
- 40% of the population belongs to French Community.
- 59% of the population belongs to the Flemish Community.
- 1% to the German-speaking Community.
Which language is spoken by the majority of Belgians?- a)German
- b)French
- c)Dutch
- d)English
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
Which language is spoken by the majority of Belgians?
a)
German
b)
French
c)
Dutch
d)
English
| | Varun Kapoor answered |
Belgium has three official languages. Dutch is spoken by 59% of the population, French 40%, and German 1%. Even though English isn’t an official language of Belgium, it is still spoken by 55% of its people.
Assertion and Reason Type Questions:In the question given below, there are two statements marked as Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Read the statements and choose the correct option:Assertion (A) : Power can be shared among governments at different levels.Reason (R) : Power may also share among different social groups.- a)Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
- b)Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
- c)(A) is correct but (R) is wrong.
- d)(A) is wrong but (R) is correct.
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Assertion and Reason Type Questions:
In the question given below, there are two statements marked as Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Read the statements and choose the correct option:
Assertion (A) : Power can be shared among governments at different levels.
Reason (R) : Power may also share among different social groups.
a)
Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
b)
Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
c)
(A) is correct but (R) is wrong.
d)
(A) is wrong but (R) is correct.
 | Anita Menon answered |
- Power is shared among different organs of government, such as the legislature, executive and judiciary. This is called horizontal distribution of power because it allows different organs of government placed at the same level to exercise different powers.
- Power may be shared among different social groups such as the religious and linguistic groups. In some countries, there are constitutional and legal arrangements whereby socially weaker sections and women are represented in the legislatures and administration.
Which two languages are generally spoken in Belgium?- a)French and English
- b)Dutch and English
- c)French and Dutch
- d)Dutch and Sinhala
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
Which two languages are generally spoken in Belgium?
a)
French and English
b)
Dutch and English
c)
French and Dutch
d)
Dutch and Sinhala
 | Kiran Mehta answered |
The two languages are generally spoken in Belgium French and Dutch.
Dutch is the official language of the Flemish Community and the Flemish Region (merged to Flanders).
French, an official language of the Brussels-Capital Region.
Dutch is the official language of the Flemish Community and the Flemish Region (merged to Flanders).
French, an official language of the Brussels-Capital Region.
Which language was declared as the only official language of Sri Lanka by an Act passed in 1956?- a)Tamil
- b)Sinhala
- c)Hindi
- d)English
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Which language was declared as the only official language of Sri Lanka by an Act passed in 1956?
a)
Tamil
b)
Sinhala
c)
Hindi
d)
English
| | Vikram Kapoor answered |
The Sinhala Only Act, formally the Official Language Act No. 33 of 1956, was an act passed in the Parliament of Ceylon in 1956. The act replaced English as the official language of Ceylon with Sinhalese. The act failed to give official recognition to Tamil, which had not received official recognition before.
Can you explain the answer of this question below:Which community was rich and powerful in Belgium?
- A:
German
- B:
French
- C:
Dutch
- D:
None of the above.
The answer is b.
Which community was rich and powerful in Belgium?
German
French
Dutch
None of the above.
 | Arshiya Mehta answered |
The French community in Belgium is the powerful and rich community .
French is one of the three official languages of Belgium apart from Dutch and German.
Nearly 39% of the people in Belgium speak French, and here all major official documentations are written in the French language also.
Which is a prudent reason for power-sharing?- a)It reduces the possibility of conflict between communities and ensures the stability of political order
- b)Power-sharing is the very spirit of democracy
- c)Both the above
- d)None of the above
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Which is a prudent reason for power-sharing?
a)
It reduces the possibility of conflict between communities and ensures the stability of political order
b)
Power-sharing is the very spirit of democracy
c)
Both the above
d)
None of the above
| | Arshiya Mehta answered |
Prudentially power sharing helps to reduce the possibility of conflict between social groups. Since social conflict often leads to violence and political instability, power sharing is a good way to ensure the stability of political order. Imposing the will of majority community over others may look like an attractive option in the short run, but in the long run it undermines the unity of the nation. Tyranny of the majority is not just oppressive for the minority; it often brings ruin to the majority as well.
Which of the following countries have federal division of powers?- a)India
- b)Belgium
- c)Sri Lanka
- d)Both (a) and (b)
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
Which of the following countries have federal division of powers?
a)
India
b)
Belgium
c)
Sri Lanka
d)
Both (a) and (b)
| | Kiran Mehta answered |
Article 1 of the Constitution describes India as a “Union of States.” ... India is not a true federation. It combines the features of a federal government and the features of a unitary government which can also be called the non-federal features. Because of this, India is regarded as a semi-federal state. . The ethnic composition of Belgium is very complex because in that country Dutch speaking people are in majority ( 59 %), while French and German speaking are respectively 40% and 1%. The French live in the Wallonia region and the Dutch lives in flemish region.
Which of the following community is in majority in Sri Lanka? - a)Tamil
- b)Sinhalese
- c)Muslim
- d)Hindu
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Which of the following community is in majority in Sri Lanka?
a)
Tamil
b)
Sinhalese
c)
Muslim
d)
Hindu
 | Neha Joshi answered |
The Sinhala community is still the largest majority by far, and constitute 74.9% of the population. The Sri Lankan Tamils are the second largest and now number 11.2%, with the third largest community being the Sri Lankan Moors who make up 9.3% of the population according to the 2012 census.
How many languages are scheduled in the Indian Constitution? - a)22
- b)21
- c)18
- d)20
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
a)
22
b)
21
c)
18
d)
20
| | Alok Verma answered |
The table below lists the 22 languages set out in the Eighth Schedule as of May 2008, together with the regions where they are used. Even though the English language is not included in the Eighth Schedule (as it is a foreign language), it is one of the official languages of the Union of India.
Which of the following is very important factor for better understanding between Center and State’s Government?- a)Emergence of regional political party
- b)the beginning of the era of coalition government
- c)when no single party got a clear majority
- d)all the above factors
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
a)
Emergence of regional political party
b)
the beginning of the era of coalition government
c)
when no single party got a clear majority
d)
all the above factors
| | Kavita Shah answered |
The rising era of Coalition government and regional politics has given rise to inter-relation between center and state governments. The word 'coalition' means a collective type that decides to work collectively jointly in an alliance to achieve a shared goal between two or more individuals, factions, governments, political parties, military forces, etc. Tolerance and in case of no single party rule makes it easier.
Which is the state religion of Sri Lanka?- a)Buddhism
- b)Hinduism
- c)Islam
- d)Christianity
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Which is the state religion of Sri Lanka?
a)
Buddhism
b)
Hinduism
c)
Islam
d)
Christianity
 | Rahul Kapoor answered |
Buddhism became the official religion of Sri Lanka. The Sacred Tooth Relic was brought to Sri Lanka in 4th century by Prince Danta and Princess Hemamala. Sri Lanka has the longest continuous history of Buddhism of any Buddhist nation.
Which is the only official language of Sri Lanka? - a)Tamil
- b)Malyalam
- c)Sinhala
- d)None of the above.
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
a)
Tamil
b)
Malyalam
c)
Sinhala
d)
None of the above.
| | Anjali Kapoor answered |
The official languages of Sri Lanka is Sinhalese. It is the Sinhalese people's native language, who total approximately 16 million. An additional 4 million speak Sinhalese as a second language. This language belongs to the Indo-European language family. Within that category, is part of the Indo-Aryan branch. It is written with the Sinhalese alphabet which descends from the ancient Indian Brahmi writing. Modern-Sinhalese is traced to the Dravidian language as well as Pali and the medieval version of Sinhalese. It has also borrowed words from Tamil, Portuguese, Dutch, and English. The Rodiya community within Sri Lanka speaks a dialect of Sinhalese called Rodiya. It is considered an indication of belonging to a lower-caste in the society.
Main significance of Belgium Model of Power Sharing- a)Majoritarianism
- b)power shared in all ethnic groups according to their population
- c)on the basis of adult franchise
- d)none of the above
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Main significance of Belgium Model of Power Sharing
a)
Majoritarianism
b)
power shared in all ethnic groups according to their population
c)
on the basis of adult franchise
d)
none of the above
| | Aruna Singh answered |
In the belgium model of power sharing
1-The state governments are not subordinate to the central which means they are not answerable to them.
2-Many powers of the central are given to the states.
3-The Dutch and the French enjoy a majority over each other in the whoe nation and the capital respectively . Thus Both the communities have equal number of representatives in the central as well as the Brussels's government.
4-There is a third government known as the community government which is elected by people belonging to one language , irrespective of where they live. This government has the power on cultural matters.
1-The state governments are not subordinate to the central which means they are not answerable to them.
2-Many powers of the central are given to the states.
3-The Dutch and the French enjoy a majority over each other in the whoe nation and the capital respectively . Thus Both the communities have equal number of representatives in the central as well as the Brussels's government.
4-There is a third government known as the community government which is elected by people belonging to one language , irrespective of where they live. This government has the power on cultural matters.
Can you explain the answer of this question below:Which of the following is not a federal country?- A:India
- B:Belgium
- C:USA
- D:Malaysia
The answer is D.
| | Vikram Kapoor answered |
Correct Answer :- D
China is not a federal country. There is a communist party in China. Federal is relating to a system of government in which several states form a unity but remain independent in internal affairs.
Belgium shares its border with- a)France
- b)Germany
- c)Luxembourg
- d)all the above
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
Belgium shares its border with
a)
France
b)
Germany
c)
Luxembourg
d)
all the above
| | Avinash Patel answered |
Belgium is a federal state located in Western Europe, bordering the North Sea.
Belgium shares borders with:
- France (556 km)
- Germany (133 km)
- Luxembourg (130 km)
- Netherlands (478 km)
Which of the following is not a major social group in Sri Lanka?a) Sinhala-speakers or Sinhala Communityb) Sri Lankan Tamilsc) Indian Tamilsd) Anglo-IndiansCorrect answer is 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
 | Rajveer Chawla answered |
The major social groups in Sri Lanka are:
1. Sinhala-speakers (74 per cent) and the Tamil-speakers (18 percent).
2. Among Tamils there are two subgroups: Tamil natives of the country are called ‘Sri Lankan Tamils’ (13 percent).
3. The rest, whose forefathers came from India as plantation workers during the colonial period, are called ‘IndianTamils’.
Power struggle demanding separate Eelam was launched by:- a)Sinhalese
- b)Buddhists
- c)Tamilians
- d)None of the above
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
Power struggle demanding separate Eelam was launched by:
a)
Sinhalese
b)
Buddhists
c)
Tamilians
d)
None of the above
| | Kiran Mehta answered |
Due to the policy of majoritarianism Tamilians were suppressed under the supremacy of sinhalese. So, they launched movements against this and demanded a separate Eelam.
How many times the Constitution of Belgium was amended between 1970 and 1993?- a)Two times
- b)Three times
- c)Four times
- d)Five times
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
How many times the Constitution of Belgium was amended between 1970 and 1993?
a)
Two times
b)
Three times
c)
Four times
d)
Five times
 | Lakshya Ias answered |
Between 1970 to 1993 the constitution of Belgium constitution was amended for four times.
Match List-I (forms of power-sharing) with List-II (forms of government) and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists :
- a)a
- b)b
- c)c
- d)d
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
Match List-I (forms of power-sharing) with List-II (forms of government) and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists :
a)
a
b)
b
c)
c
d)
d
| | Krishna Iyer answered |
(1) In a democracy, power is shared among different organs of government i.e. legislature, executive, and judiciary. This is known as the horizontal distribution of power because it allows different organs of government placed at the same level to exercise different powers.
(2) Federalism is the system of government in which power is divided between a central government and regional governments; in the United States, both the national government and the state governments possess a large measure of sovereignty.
(3) Power may also be shared among different social groups such as the religious and linguistic groups. ‘Community government’ in Belgium is a good example of this arrangement.
(4) Power shared by two or more political parties is the Coalition government.
Thus, option C is correct.
In which part of Sri Lanka are the Sri Lankan Tamils concentrated?- a)North and South
- b)North and East
- c)East and West
- d)South and East
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
In which part of Sri Lanka are the Sri Lankan Tamils concentrated?
a)
North and South
b)
North and East
c)
East and West
d)
South and East
| | Varun Kapoor answered |
The Indian Tamils (or Hill Country Tamils) are descendants of bonded labourers sent from Tamil Nadu to Sri Lanka in the 19th century to work on tea plantations. Most Sri Lankan Tamils live in the Northern and Eastern provinces and in the capital Colombo, and most Indian Tamils live in the central highlands.
Which of the following statements about power-sharing arrangements in Belgium are correct?(i) Constitution prescribes that the number of Dutch and French-speaking ministers shall be equal in the central government
(ii) The state governments are not subordinate to the central government
(iii) Brussels has a separate government in which both the communities have equal representation
(iv) The ‘community government’ is elected by people belonging to one linguistic community.- a)1, 2, 4
- b)1, 2, 3, 4
- c)1, 3, 4
- d)1, 2, 3
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Which of the following statements about power-sharing arrangements in Belgium are correct?
(i) Constitution prescribes that the number of Dutch and French-speaking ministers shall be equal in the central government
(ii) The state governments are not subordinate to the central government
(iii) Brussels has a separate government in which both the communities have equal representation
(iv) The ‘community government’ is elected by people belonging to one linguistic community.
(ii) The state governments are not subordinate to the central government
(iii) Brussels has a separate government in which both the communities have equal representation
(iv) The ‘community government’ is elected by people belonging to one linguistic community.
a)
1, 2, 4
b)
1, 2, 3, 4
c)
1, 3, 4
d)
1, 2, 3
 | Zara Khan answered |
a) Constitution prescribes that the number of Dutch and French speaking ministers shall be equal in the central government. Some special laws require the support of majority of members from each linguistic group. Thus, no single community can make decisions unilaterally.
(b) Many powers of the Central government have been given to State governments of the two regions of the country. The State governments are not subordinate to the Central government.
(c) Brussels had a separate government in which both the communities have equal representation. The French speaking people accepted equal representation in Brussels because the Dutch-speaking community has accepted equal representation in the Central government.
(b) Many powers of the Central government have been given to State governments of the two regions of the country. The State governments are not subordinate to the Central government.
(c) Brussels had a separate government in which both the communities have equal representation. The French speaking people accepted equal representation in Brussels because the Dutch-speaking community has accepted equal representation in the Central government.
Can you explain the answer of this question below:How many people speak French and Dutch in the capital city of Brussels?- A:60 % French 40 % Dutch
- B:50% Dutch 50% French
- C:80% French 20% Dutch
- D:80% Dutch 20% French
The answer is C.
 | Poonam Reddy answered |
The capital of Brussels,80% people speak French while 20% people speak Dutch. In capital French were in majority and Dutch were in minority and whereas in the total population Dutch were in majority and French were in minority. The minority French people were rich and powerful.
DIRECTION : Mark the option which is most suitable:Assertion : Power should reside with one person and group located at one place in a democracy.Reason : If the power is dispersed, it will not be possible to take decision quickly and enforce it.- a)If both assertion and reason are true and reason is the correct explanation of assertion.
- b)If both assertion and reason are true but reason is not the correct explanation of assertion.
- c)If assertion is true but reason is false.
- d)If assertion is false and reason is true
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
DIRECTION : Mark the option which is most suitable:
Assertion : Power should reside with one person and group located at one place in a democracy.
Reason : If the power is dispersed, it will not be possible to take decision quickly and enforce it.
a)
If both assertion and reason are true and reason is the correct explanation of assertion.
b)
If both assertion and reason are true but reason is not the correct explanation of assertion.
c)
If assertion is true but reason is false.
d)
If assertion is false and reason is true
| | Radha Iyer answered |
In a good democratic government, due respect is given to diverse groups and views that exist in the society. Hence, political power should be distributed among citizens.
DIRECTION : Mark the option which is most suitable:Assertion : Tyranny of majority is highly desirable.Reason : It helps in making the political order more stable.- a)If both assertion and reason are true and reason is the correct explanation of assertion.
- b)If both assertion and reason are true but reason is not the correct explanation of assertion.
- c)If assertion is true but reason is false.
- d)If both assertion and reason are false.
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
DIRECTION : Mark the option which is most suitable:
Assertion : Tyranny of majority is highly desirable.
Reason : It helps in making the political order more stable.
a)
If both assertion and reason are true and reason is the correct explanation of assertion.
b)
If both assertion and reason are true but reason is not the correct explanation of assertion.
c)
If assertion is true but reason is false.
d)
If both assertion and reason are false.
| | Anjana Khatri answered |
Both Assertion and Reason are false.
Here are the reasons:
Hence, the Correct Answer is Option D
Here are the reasons:
• Tyranny of the majority: Tyranny of the majority means imposing the will and power of the majority on the minorities.
• Revolts by the minorities: Tyranny of the majority is never desirable since it leads to social conflicts and revolts by the minorities. Moreover, it harms even the majority. This may lead to civil wars between the groups.
• Social Conflicts: The social conflicts in any country always give rise to the chaotic political order in the country.
Hence, the Correct Answer is Option D
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Assertion and Reason Type Questions:In the question given below, there are two statements marked as Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Read the statements and choose the correct option:Assertion (A) : The Belgian leaders recognized the existence of regional differences and cultural diversities.Reason (R) : Between 1970 and 1993, they amended their constitution four times so as to work out an arrangement that would enable everyone to live together within the same country.- a)Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
- b)Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
- c)(A) is correct but (R) is wrong.
- d)(A) is wrong but (R) is correct.
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Assertion and Reason Type Questions:
In the question given below, there are two statements marked as Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Read the statements and choose the correct option:
Assertion (A) : The Belgian leaders recognized the existence of regional differences and cultural diversities.
Reason (R) : Between 1970 and 1993, they amended their constitution four times so as to work out an arrangement that would enable everyone to live together within the same country.
a)
Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
b)
Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
c)
(A) is correct but (R) is wrong.
d)
(A) is wrong but (R) is correct.
| | Vivek Rana answered |
- In Belgium, the leaders recognized the existence of regional differences and cultural diversities. Between 1970 and 1993, they amended their constitution four times so as to work out an arrangement that would enable everyone to live together within the same country.
- The constitution of Belgium is known as the best in the world. It has been amended four times between 1970 to 1993 only to arrange so that the diverse communities can reside together peacefully within the same country without any conflicts.
Who are the minority community in Belgium?- a)English Speaking
- b)French Speaking
- c)Dutch Speaking
- d)None
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Who are the minority community in Belgium?
a)
English Speaking
b)
French Speaking
c)
Dutch Speaking
d)
None
| | Dheeraj kumar answered |
The Minority Community in Belgium: French Speaking
Belgium is a country that is divided into two main linguistic communities: the Dutch-speaking Flemish community and the French-speaking Walloon community. There is also a small German-speaking community. The French-speaking community is considered a minority community in Belgium, and this is the correct answer to the question.
Reasons for the Minority Status
There are historical and political reasons for the minority status of the French-speaking community in Belgium. Belgium was originally a Dutch-speaking country, but after the Belgian Revolution in 1830, the French-speaking community gained more power and influence. This led to tensions between the Dutch-speaking and French-speaking communities, which were exacerbated by political and economic differences.
The linguistic divide in Belgium has also led to a lack of integration and communication between the two communities. This has resulted in the French-speaking community being marginalized and considered a minority community within Belgium.
Impact on Society
The minority status of the French-speaking community in Belgium has had an impact on society in various ways. For example:
- Political representation: The French-speaking community has less political representation than the Dutch-speaking community, which has led to a lack of voice and influence in government decisions.
- Education: The French-speaking community has its own education system, which is separate from the Dutch-speaking community. This has led to a lack of integration between the two communities and has perpetuated the linguistic divide.
- Economic opportunities: The linguistic divide has also led to a lack of economic opportunities for the French-speaking community, particularly in the Dutch-speaking regions of Belgium.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the minority community in Belgium is the French-speaking community. This is due to historical, political, and linguistic reasons, which have led to a lack of integration, representation, and opportunities for this community.
Belgium is a country that is divided into two main linguistic communities: the Dutch-speaking Flemish community and the French-speaking Walloon community. There is also a small German-speaking community. The French-speaking community is considered a minority community in Belgium, and this is the correct answer to the question.
Reasons for the Minority Status
There are historical and political reasons for the minority status of the French-speaking community in Belgium. Belgium was originally a Dutch-speaking country, but after the Belgian Revolution in 1830, the French-speaking community gained more power and influence. This led to tensions between the Dutch-speaking and French-speaking communities, which were exacerbated by political and economic differences.
The linguistic divide in Belgium has also led to a lack of integration and communication between the two communities. This has resulted in the French-speaking community being marginalized and considered a minority community within Belgium.
Impact on Society
The minority status of the French-speaking community in Belgium has had an impact on society in various ways. For example:
- Political representation: The French-speaking community has less political representation than the Dutch-speaking community, which has led to a lack of voice and influence in government decisions.
- Education: The French-speaking community has its own education system, which is separate from the Dutch-speaking community. This has led to a lack of integration between the two communities and has perpetuated the linguistic divide.
- Economic opportunities: The linguistic divide has also led to a lack of economic opportunities for the French-speaking community, particularly in the Dutch-speaking regions of Belgium.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the minority community in Belgium is the French-speaking community. This is due to historical, political, and linguistic reasons, which have led to a lack of integration, representation, and opportunities for this community.
Can you explain the answer of this question below:Why did the Sri Lankan Tamils launch parties and struggle?- A:to adopt majoritarianism
- B:to recognise Sinhalese as the only official language
- C: to recognise Tamil as an official language
- D:to dominate other language
The answer is C.
| | Aruna Singh answered |
The Sri Lankan Tamils launched parties and struggles for the recognition of Tamil as an official language, for regional autonomy and equality of opportunity in securing education and jobs. But their demand for more autonomy to provinces populated by the Tamils was repeatedly denied. By 1980s several political organizations were formed demanding an independent Tamil Elam (state) in northern and eastern parts of Sri Lanka. The distrust between the two communities turned into widespread conflict. It soon turned into a Civil War.
DIRECTION : Mark the option which is most suitable:Assertion : There was a feeling of alienation among Sri Lankan Tamils.Reason : The Sri Lankan government denied them equal political rights and discriminated against them in getting jobs and other opportunities,- a)If both assertion and reason are true and reason is the correct explanation of assertion.
- b)If both assertion and reason are true but reason is not the correct explanation of assertion.
- c)If assertion is true but reason is false.
- d)If both assertion and reason are false.
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
DIRECTION : Mark the option which is most suitable:
Assertion : There was a feeling of alienation among Sri Lankan Tamils.
Reason : The Sri Lankan government denied them equal political rights and discriminated against them in getting jobs and other opportunities,
a)
If both assertion and reason are true and reason is the correct explanation of assertion.
b)
If both assertion and reason are true but reason is not the correct explanation of assertion.
c)
If assertion is true but reason is false.
d)
If both assertion and reason are false.
| | Avinash Patel answered |
An act was passed in 1956 to recognize Sinhala as an official language. The government of Sri Lanka favoured people from Sinhala community for higher education and government jobs. It led to resentment among Sri Lankan Tamils as government was not sensitive to their culture and language.
Most of the Sinhala-speaking people are- a)Buddhists
- b)Hindus
- c)Muslims
- d)Christians
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Most of the Sinhala-speaking people are
a)
Buddhists
b)
Hindus
c)
Muslims
d)
Christians
| | Vikram Kapoor answered |
Most of the Sinhalese follow the Theravada school of Buddhism. In 1988 almost 93% of the Sinhalese speaking population in Sri Lanka were Buddhist. Buddhists include various religious elements from Hinduism in their religious practices and ancient traditions of godlings and demons, which are native to the island. Sinhalese Buddhists worship Hindu gods such as Vishnu, who has a special place in their religious practices, since he is entrusted with both protecting Buddhism in the island and the island itself. He is also recognised as bodhisattva, or "awakening being" to Sinhalese Buddhists.
What is a coalition government? - a)power shared among different social group
- b)power shared among different levels of government
- c)power shared among different political parties
- d)power shared among different organs of government
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
a)
power shared among different social group
b)
power shared among different levels of government
c)
power shared among different political parties
d)
power shared among different organs of government
| | Vikas Choudhury answered |
A coalition government is formed when two or more political parties join forces in order to create a majority. It's done in a bid to win an election under circumstances when the individual parties don't have nearly enough support to be elected by themselves, or following a "hung" election where there is no clear winner.
Other situations where a coalition may be formed is in times of war, economic crisis, or some other crisis where it's more important to work together than to follow normal political procedure.
Obviously, a coalition party has to compromise on certain issues, work together under circumstances where they normally wouldn't, and this can cause problems.
Some nay-sayers believe that such governments have a tendency to be fractious and prone to disharmony, because the individual parties hold differing beliefs and normally disagree on particular issues. At times, it's been known for polar opposite parties to come together as a coalition, and some argue that this is suboptimal and tends to add inertia to the political process.
Which one of the following is correct regarding power sharing?
A. It leads to conflict between different groups.
B. It ensures the stability of the country.
C. It helps to reduce the conflict between different groups. - a)Only A is true
- b)Only B is true
- c)Both A and B are true
- d)Both B and C are true
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
Which one of the following is correct regarding power sharing?
A. It leads to conflict between different groups.
B. It ensures the stability of the country.
C. It helps to reduce the conflict between different groups.
A. It leads to conflict between different groups.
B. It ensures the stability of the country.
C. It helps to reduce the conflict between different groups.
a)
Only A is true
b)
Only B is true
c)
Both A and B are true
d)
Both B and C are true
| | Shanaya Iyer answered |
Power sharing ensures that all people have stake in government.
Power sharing ensures maximum participation. It upholds the concept of people’s rule. It always brings better outcomes in democracy. It ensures the political stability in democracy.
Power sharing accommodates diverse groups. It helps to reduce the possibility of conflict between social groups.
Power sharing ensures maximum participation. It upholds the concept of people’s rule. It always brings better outcomes in democracy. It ensures the political stability in democracy.
Power sharing accommodates diverse groups. It helps to reduce the possibility of conflict between social groups.
Federalism is:- a)a form of unitary government
- b)a government with two or multi levels of government
- c)a form of autocratic government
- d)a & c
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
a)
a form of unitary government
b)
a government with two or multi levels of government
c)
a form of autocratic government
d)
a & c
 | Akanksha Joshi answered |
Federalism is a system of government in which the power is divided between a central authority andvarious constituent units of the country. Usually, a federation has two levels of government.
How many subjects are enlisted in the Concurrent List? - a)66
- b)62
- c)52
- d)68
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
How many subjects are enlisted in the Concurrent List?
a)
66
b)
62
c)
52
d)
68
 | Damini Skandhwasini answered |
97/100 central list
61-state list
47/52- concurrent
*currently enlisted/maximum strength
61-state list
47/52- concurrent
*currently enlisted/maximum strength
59 per cent of the country’s total population who speaks Dutch, lives in - a)Wallonia region
- b)Brussels
- c)Flemish region
- d)None of these
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
a)
Wallonia region
b)
Brussels
c)
Flemish region
d)
None of these
| | Aditi Iyer answered |
The correct answer is option 'C', which states that 59 per cent of the country's total population who speaks Dutch lives in the Flemish region. Here is a detailed explanation of why this option is correct:
Flanders is the northern region of Belgium, and it is home to the majority of the country's Dutch-speaking population. Dutch is one of the three official languages of Belgium, along with French and German. The distribution of these languages is not uniform across the country, and there are three main linguistic regions in Belgium:
1. The Flemish Region: This region encompasses the provinces of Antwerp, Limburg, East Flanders, West Flanders, and Flemish Brabant. It is predominantly Dutch-speaking and home to about 6.5 million people, which is approximately 59 per cent of Belgium's population who speaks Dutch.
2. The Walloon Region: This region covers the provinces of Hainaut, Liège, Luxembourg, Namur, Walloon Brabant, and the French-speaking part of Brussels. It is predominantly French-speaking and home to about 3.6 million people.
3. The Brussels-Capital Region: This is a bilingual region that includes the City of Brussels and 18 surrounding municipalities. It is home to about 1.2 million people, and both French and Dutch are official languages.
Therefore, option 'C' is correct because it correctly identifies the Flemish region as the place where the majority of the Dutch-speaking population of Belgium lives.
Flanders is the northern region of Belgium, and it is home to the majority of the country's Dutch-speaking population. Dutch is one of the three official languages of Belgium, along with French and German. The distribution of these languages is not uniform across the country, and there are three main linguistic regions in Belgium:
1. The Flemish Region: This region encompasses the provinces of Antwerp, Limburg, East Flanders, West Flanders, and Flemish Brabant. It is predominantly Dutch-speaking and home to about 6.5 million people, which is approximately 59 per cent of Belgium's population who speaks Dutch.
2. The Walloon Region: This region covers the provinces of Hainaut, Liège, Luxembourg, Namur, Walloon Brabant, and the French-speaking part of Brussels. It is predominantly French-speaking and home to about 3.6 million people.
3. The Brussels-Capital Region: This is a bilingual region that includes the City of Brussels and 18 surrounding municipalities. It is home to about 1.2 million people, and both French and Dutch are official languages.
Therefore, option 'C' is correct because it correctly identifies the Flemish region as the place where the majority of the Dutch-speaking population of Belgium lives.
Federalism is:- a)a form of unitary government
- b)a government with two or multi levels of government
- c)a form of autocratic government
- d)a & c
Correct answer is 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
a)
a form of unitary government
b)
a government with two or multi levels of government
c)
a form of autocratic government
d)
a & c
| | Gargi Saha answered |
Federalism is a system of government in which the power is divided between a central authority andvarious constituent units of the country. Usually, a federation has two levels of government.
Which one of the following is the 3rd tier of government in India?- a)Community Government
- b)State Government
- c)Panchayati Raj Government
- d)b & c
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
a)
Community Government
b)
State Government
c)
Panchayati Raj Government
d)
b & c
| | Anjali Kapoor answered |
In India, the Panchayati Raj now functions as a system of governance in which gram panchayats are the basic units of local administration. The system has three levels: Gram Panchayat (village level), Mandal Parishad or Block Samiti or Panchayat Samiti (block level), and Zila Parishad (district level).
Which language is spoken by 80 per cent people of Brussels?- a)French
- b)Dutch
- c)German
- d)Latin
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Which language is spoken by 80 per cent people of Brussels?
a)
French
b)
Dutch
c)
German
d)
Latin
 | Meera Singh answered |
Around 80 per cent of the 1 million population of Brussels have French as their first language, while around 59 per cent claim to be bilingual in French and Flemish (Dutch). Belgian French is distinct from standard French as it contains many Germanic and Romance dialect words and syntax.
DIRECTION : Mark the option which is most suitable:Assertion : French speaking community in Belgium was rich and powerful.Reason : Belgian Government favoured French speaking community.- a)If both assertion and reason are true and reason is the correct explanation of assertion.
- b)If both assertion and reason are true but reason is not the correct explanation of assertion.
- c)If assertion is true but reason is false.
- d)If both assertion and reason are false.
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
DIRECTION : Mark the option which is most suitable:
Assertion : French speaking community in Belgium was rich and powerful.
Reason : Belgian Government favoured French speaking community.
a)
If both assertion and reason are true and reason is the correct explanation of assertion.
b)
If both assertion and reason are true but reason is not the correct explanation of assertion.
c)
If assertion is true but reason is false.
d)
If both assertion and reason are false.
| | Vikas Kumar answered |
Assertion: The assertion is French-speaking community in Belgium was rich and powerful.
• It is true but there was minor population of those of French.
• The Dutch-speaking community was very rich and powerful as compared to the French.
Reason: Belgian Government favoured French-speaking community.
• It is false as Belgian government favoured the system of equal representation
• The Belgian government follows horizontal power distribution wherein community-based government is prevalent.
Conclusion:
There was ethnic tension between French-speaking and Dutch-speaking communities in Belgium. So, the government adopted a power-sharing agreement where all the communities got equal representation.
There was ethnic tension between French-speaking and Dutch-speaking communities in Belgium. So, the government adopted a power-sharing agreement where all the communities got equal representation.
Hence, the Correct Answer is Option C
Assertion is true but Reason is false.
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Which one of the following systems of power sharing is called checks and balances?- a)Horizontal distribution of powers
- b)Federal division of powers
- c)Separation of powers
- d)Power shared among different levels of government
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Which one of the following systems of power sharing is called checks and balances?
a)
Horizontal distribution of powers
b)
Federal division of powers
c)
Separation of powers
d)
Power shared among different levels of government
| | Neha Joshi answered |
Horizontal distribution of power contains the role of Legislature, Executive and Judiciary. These always keeps a check on each other to prevent then from being over powerful. Hence the separation is referred as 'checks and balances'
Why did the Sri Lankan Tamils launch parties and struggle?- a)to adopt majoritarianism
- b)to recognise Sinhalese as the only official language
- c)to recognise Tamil as an official language
- d)to dominate other language
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
a)
to adopt majoritarianism
b)
to recognise Sinhalese as the only official language
c)
to recognise Tamil as an official language
d)
to dominate other language
| | Anagha Desai answered |
The Sri Lankan Tamils launched parties and struggles for the recognition of Tamil as an official language, for regional autonomy and equality of opportunity in securing education and jobs. But their demand for more autonomy to provinces populated by the Tamils was repeatedly denied. By 1980s several political organizations were formed demanding an independent Tamil Elam (state) in northern and eastern parts of Sri Lanka. The distrust between the two communities turned into widespread conflict. It soon turned into a Civil War.
Which of the following is not one of the aspects of federal division of powers?- a)Sharing of powers among central provincial and local governments
- b)Division of powers involving higher and lower levels of government
- c)The Constitution clearly lays down powers of different levels of government
- d)There is no vertical division of powers
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
Which of the following is not one of the aspects of federal division of powers?
a)
Sharing of powers among central provincial and local governments
b)
Division of powers involving higher and lower levels of government
c)
The Constitution clearly lays down powers of different levels of government
d)
There is no vertical division of powers
| | Srestha Kulkarni answered |
Explanation:
The federal division of powers refers to the distribution of powers between different levels of government in a federal system. In India, the federal division of powers involves the sharing of powers among the central, state, and local governments.
The aspects of federal division of powers are:
a) Sharing of powers among central provincial and local governments: In a federal system, powers are shared between the central, state, and local governments. Each level of government has its own sphere of influence and authority.
b) Division of powers involving higher and lower levels of government: The division of powers involves the allocation of powers to different levels of government. Higher levels of government have powers that are broader in scope, while lower levels of government have powers that are more specific.
c) The Constitution clearly lays down powers of different levels of government: The Indian Constitution clearly lays down the powers of the central, state, and local governments. It also provides for the distribution of powers between the different levels of government.
d) There is no vertical division of powers: This statement is incorrect. The federal division of powers involves a vertical division of powers between different levels of government. Higher levels of government have powers that are broader in scope, while lower levels of government have powers that are more specific.
Therefore, option D is the incorrect statement as there is a vertical division of powers in the federal division of powers.
The federal division of powers refers to the distribution of powers between different levels of government in a federal system. In India, the federal division of powers involves the sharing of powers among the central, state, and local governments.
The aspects of federal division of powers are:
a) Sharing of powers among central provincial and local governments: In a federal system, powers are shared between the central, state, and local governments. Each level of government has its own sphere of influence and authority.
b) Division of powers involving higher and lower levels of government: The division of powers involves the allocation of powers to different levels of government. Higher levels of government have powers that are broader in scope, while lower levels of government have powers that are more specific.
c) The Constitution clearly lays down powers of different levels of government: The Indian Constitution clearly lays down the powers of the central, state, and local governments. It also provides for the distribution of powers between the different levels of government.
d) There is no vertical division of powers: This statement is incorrect. The federal division of powers involves a vertical division of powers between different levels of government. Higher levels of government have powers that are broader in scope, while lower levels of government have powers that are more specific.
Therefore, option D is the incorrect statement as there is a vertical division of powers in the federal division of powers.
Sri Lanka emerged as an independent country in _______.- a)1948
- b)1947
- c)1949
- d)1958
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Sri Lanka emerged as an independent country in _______.
a)
1948
b)
1947
c)
1949
d)
1958
 | EduRev Class 10 answered |
Sri Lanka emerged as an independent country in 1948.
In which year Sri Lanka emerged as an independent country?- a)1947
- b)1948
- c)1949
- d)1950
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
In which year Sri Lanka emerged as an independent country?
a)
1947
b)
1948
c)
1949
d)
1950
| | Tanishq Choudhury answered |
Sri Lanka's Independence
Sri Lanka, formerly known as Ceylon, gained its independence from British colonial rule in the year 1948. This event marked a significant milestone in Sri Lanka's history and paved the way for the country's development as an independent nation.
Background
- Sri Lanka was under British rule for nearly 150 years, starting from 1815 when the British East India Company took control of the island from the Dutch.
- During this period, the British implemented various administrative and economic reforms, which had both positive and negative impacts on the island's population.
- The nationalist movement in Sri Lanka gained momentum in the early 20th century, with leaders like D.S. Senanayake and Ponnambalam Arunachalam advocating for greater self-governance and independence.
Key Events Leading to Independence
- In 1931, Sri Lanka became a separate Dominion within the British Empire, granting it limited self-governance.
- The Donoughmore Commission, appointed by the British government in 1927, recommended constitutional reforms that led to the establishment of a State Council in 1931.
- The State Council allowed for greater participation of Sri Lankan representatives in the legislative process, but it did not satisfy the demands of complete independence.
- The Second World War played a crucial role in shaping the path towards independence. Sri Lankans fought alongside the British in the war effort, and their contributions were recognized.
- The war created a sense of unity and solidarity among the diverse communities in Sri Lanka, fostering a stronger nationalist sentiment.
Declaration of Independence
- On February 4, 1948, Sri Lanka finally gained its independence from British rule.
- This independence was achieved peacefully, without any violent struggle or armed conflict.
- The process of gaining independence was facilitated by negotiations between the Sri Lankan leaders and the British government.
- The first Prime Minister of independent Sri Lanka, D.S. Senanayake, led the country towards a democratic and stable future.
Significance of Independence
- Sri Lanka's independence allowed the country to determine its own destiny and shape its future without external interference.
- It provided an opportunity for Sri Lanka to establish its own political, economic, and social systems.
- Independence also brought about a sense of national pride and identity among the Sri Lankan population.
In conclusion, Sri Lanka gained its independence from British colonial rule in 1948, with the efforts of nationalist leaders and the peaceful negotiations with the British government. This event marked a significant turning point in Sri Lanka's history, allowing the country to chart its own course towards development and self-determination.
Sri Lanka, formerly known as Ceylon, gained its independence from British colonial rule in the year 1948. This event marked a significant milestone in Sri Lanka's history and paved the way for the country's development as an independent nation.
Background
- Sri Lanka was under British rule for nearly 150 years, starting from 1815 when the British East India Company took control of the island from the Dutch.
- During this period, the British implemented various administrative and economic reforms, which had both positive and negative impacts on the island's population.
- The nationalist movement in Sri Lanka gained momentum in the early 20th century, with leaders like D.S. Senanayake and Ponnambalam Arunachalam advocating for greater self-governance and independence.
Key Events Leading to Independence
- In 1931, Sri Lanka became a separate Dominion within the British Empire, granting it limited self-governance.
- The Donoughmore Commission, appointed by the British government in 1927, recommended constitutional reforms that led to the establishment of a State Council in 1931.
- The State Council allowed for greater participation of Sri Lankan representatives in the legislative process, but it did not satisfy the demands of complete independence.
- The Second World War played a crucial role in shaping the path towards independence. Sri Lankans fought alongside the British in the war effort, and their contributions were recognized.
- The war created a sense of unity and solidarity among the diverse communities in Sri Lanka, fostering a stronger nationalist sentiment.
Declaration of Independence
- On February 4, 1948, Sri Lanka finally gained its independence from British rule.
- This independence was achieved peacefully, without any violent struggle or armed conflict.
- The process of gaining independence was facilitated by negotiations between the Sri Lankan leaders and the British government.
- The first Prime Minister of independent Sri Lanka, D.S. Senanayake, led the country towards a democratic and stable future.
Significance of Independence
- Sri Lanka's independence allowed the country to determine its own destiny and shape its future without external interference.
- It provided an opportunity for Sri Lanka to establish its own political, economic, and social systems.
- Independence also brought about a sense of national pride and identity among the Sri Lankan population.
In conclusion, Sri Lanka gained its independence from British colonial rule in 1948, with the efforts of nationalist leaders and the peaceful negotiations with the British government. This event marked a significant turning point in Sri Lanka's history, allowing the country to chart its own course towards development and self-determination.
Can you explain the answer of this question below:Federalism is:- A:a form of unitary government
- B:a government with two or multi levels of government
- C:a form of autocratic government
- D:a & c
The answer is B.
 | Samarth Gupta answered |
Federalism is a system of government in which the power is divided between a central authority andvarious constituent units of the country. Usually, a federation has two levels of government.
Non-sharing of power leads to- a)peace among all the communities
- b)tyranny of the majority and oppression of the minority
- c)negation of the very spirit of democracy
- d)both (b) and (c)
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
Non-sharing of power leads to
a)
peace among all the communities
b)
tyranny of the majority and oppression of the minority
c)
negation of the very spirit of democracy
d)
both (b) and (c)
| | Bijoy Kumar answered |
Explanation:
Non-sharing of power led to tyranny of the majority and oppression of minority and negation of the very spirit of democracy.
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The two major social groups in Sri Lanka are- a)Sinhalese and Tamils
- b)Hindus and Tamils
- c)Sinhalese and Malayalis
- d)Sinhalese and Buddhists
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
The two major social groups in Sri Lanka are
a)
Sinhalese and Tamils
b)
Hindus and Tamils
c)
Sinhalese and Malayalis
d)
Sinhalese and Buddhists
| | Aditya Shah answered |
The major social groups found are the Sinhala speakers and Tamil speakers. Sri Lankan Tamils are further classified into two groups -Sri Lankan Tamil and Indian Tamils.
In Sri lanka, after independence, the leaders of Sinhala community in order to establish Sinhala supremacy adopted series of- a)Majoritarian measures
- b)Minoritarian measures
- c)Neutral measures
- d)Racial measures
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
In Sri lanka, after independence, the leaders of Sinhala community in order to establish Sinhala supremacy adopted series of
a)
Majoritarian measures
b)
Minoritarian measures
c)
Neutral measures
d)
Racial measures
| | Avinash Patel answered |
The leaders of the Sinhala community sought to secure dominance over government by virtue of their majority. As a result, the democratically elected government adopted a series of Majoritarian measures to establish Sinhala supremacy.
DIRECTION : Mark the option which is most suitable:Assertion : In a democracy, everyone has voice in the shaping of public policies.Reason : India has federal system.- a)If both assertion and reason are true and reason is the correct explanation of assertion.
- b)If both assertion and reason are true but reason is not the correct explanation of assertion.
- c)If assertion is true but reason is false.
- d)If both assertion and reason are false.
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
DIRECTION : Mark the option which is most suitable:
Assertion : In a democracy, everyone has voice in the shaping of public policies.
Reason : India has federal system.
a)
If both assertion and reason are true and reason is the correct explanation of assertion.
b)
If both assertion and reason are true but reason is not the correct explanation of assertion.
c)
If assertion is true but reason is false.
d)
If both assertion and reason are false.
| | Aditya Shah answered |
In a democracy, people elect the representatives who participate in the decision making process. Due respect and proper representation is given to diverse groups in a democratic system. Hence, in democracy everyone has voice in the shaping of public policies. However the reason does not justify the assertion.
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