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Q.1. The Lower House in India is called ________. (1 mark)
Q.2. Which is a key feature of a democratic government? (1 mark)
a) Hereditary succession
b) Freedom of speech
c) Absolute power
d) Religious rule
Q.3. Which country has a constitutional monarchy?
a) Saudi Arabia
b) United Kingdom
c) Iran
d) North Korea (1 mark)
Q.4. The Vajji mahājanapada was an example of an early ________. (1 mark)
Q.5. In a democracy, the source of power is the ________. (1 mark)
Q.6. What are the three main functions of a government as per Kauṭilya? (2 marks)
Q.7. How does a direct democracy differ from a representative democracy? (2 marks)
Q.8. What is meant by universal adult franchise in a democracy? (2 marks)
Q.9. Why is an independent judiciary essential in a democratic system? (3 marks)
Q.10. Describe the role of a raja according to the Shānti Parva of the Mahābhārata. (3 marks)
Q.11. How does an oligarchy differ from a dictatorship? (3 marks)
Q.12. Explain the key differences between types of governments based on their authority and formation. (5 marks)
Q.13. Discuss why democracy is considered a better form of government compared to monarchy and dictatorship. (5 marks)
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1. What are the main types of governments discussed in the article "From the Rulers to the Ruled"? | ![]() |
2. How does a democracy differ from a dictatorship? | ![]() |
3. What role does the constitution play in different types of governments? | ![]() |
4. What are the advantages and disadvantages of a monarchy? | ![]() |
5. Can a government change from one type to another? If so, how? | ![]() |