What are the minimum conditions required for an election to be considered democratic?

1. Everyone should be able to vote. 
2. Political parties and candidates must be free to run.
3. Elections should occur at regular intervals.
4. Elections must be conducted fairly.

What significant political movement did Chaudhary Devi Lal initiate to challenge the Congress party?

Chaudhary Devi Lal initiated the 'Nyaya Yudh' movement, which translates to 'Struggle for Justice'.

Fill in the blank: In the 1991 Haryana State Assembly Election, the ___ party won the election and established the government.

Congress

Elections provide ___ to the government, reinforcing the notion that it reflects the will of the majority.

Legitimacy

True or False: In a democratic election, every person should have one vote, and all votes should carry the same weight.

True

What are some common malpractices observed in elections in non-democratic countries?

Common malpractices include vote rigging, voter intimidation, and insufficient real choices.

True or False: Electoral competition always leads to the development of sensible long-term policies.

False. While electoral competition is essential, it can focus candidates on winning rather than developing sensible long-term policies.

Fill in the blanks: The Lok Sabha and Vidhan Sabha elections occur every ___ years and can end with the ___ of the elected representatives.

Five; dissolution

True or False: Reserved constituencies in India are designed to include representation for Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Other Backward Classes, and women.

True

The principle of universal adult franchise states that ___ and ___ should not be used as criteria for voting eligibility.

Caste and religion

True or False: All citizens aged 18 years and above are eligible to vote, except in cases of severe criminal offenses.

True

True or False: Candidates in an election must provide a legal declaration that includes serious criminal cases pending against them.

True

What are the restrictions placed on parties and candidates during election campaigns in India?

No party or candidate can bribe or threaten voters, appeal to voters based on caste or religion, use government resources for campaigns, or use places of worship for election propaganda.

True or False: Candidates can lay foundation stones for projects after elections are announced.

False. Once elections are announced, Ministers shall not lay foundation stones of any projects.

In the 2004 elections, what percentage of voters participated in campaign-related activities?

More than one-third of voters took part in campaign-related activities.