Worksheet: Government

Q1: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

(i) The word 'government' is derived from the Latin word 'gubernare', which means:
(a) to govern
(b) power
(c) healthy living

(ii) In a monarchy, who has the power to rule the country?
(a) The people
(b) The elected representatives
(c) The king/queen

(iii) What is Universal Adult Franchise?
(a) The right to free education
(b) The right of every adult citizen to vote
(c) The right to work anywhere in the world

(iv) What was the Suffragette Movement about?
(a) Fighting for the right to vote for women
(b) Protesting against taxes
(c) Demanding better healthcare facilities

(v) Why is a transition of government considered peaceful in a democracy?
(a) Because there are no elections
(b) Because people can choose new representatives through elections
(c) Because the government appoints new leaders

Q2: Fill in the Blanks

(i) Government is derived from the Latin word '_____', which means 'to govern' or 'to guide'.
(ii) In a dictatorship, one person holds _____ power.
(iii) India is divided into 28 states and ____ union territories.
(iv) The three organs of government in India are the legislature, the executive, and the ____.

(v) Abraham Lincoln defined democracy as a government of the people, for the people, and by the people. This type of democracy is known as _____.

Q3: Match the Column

Match the terms on the left with their corresponding descriptions on the right.

Q4: True or False

(i) In a democracy, the government is not accountable to the people.
(ii) In a monarchy, the ruler's position is usually inherited within the family.
(iii) The Suffragette Movement fought for the right to work for women.
(iv) Universal Adult Franchise means that every adult citizen has the right to vote.
(v) A transition of government in a democracy can be peaceful due to the process of elections.

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