Test: Democracy & Diversity - Class 9 MCQ

Matilda Lyngdoh mentions that definitions are needed when there's a difficulty in the use of a word. They help us understand the meaning of words, especially in varied contexts.

The word "democracy" originates from the Greek words 'demos' meaning people and 'kratia' meaning rule.

Pervez Musharraf declared himself as the Chief Executive of Pakistan after leading a military coup in October 1999.

In Pakistan, elections were held regularly, but the power ultimately rested with military officers and General Musharraf, rather than elected representatives.

The fundamental principle regarding voting rights in a democracy is universal adult franchise, which means every adult citizen has the right to vote.

In Fiji, the electoral system was such that the vote of an indigenous citizen had more value than that of an Indian-Fijian.

Robert Mugabe ruled Zimbabwe since its independence in 1980 until he was forced out of office in 2017.

(a) Migrants naturally carry their cultural backgrounds, traditions, and practices when they move to a new country, enriching the cultural tapestry of the host society.
(b) Often, migrants may cluster together forming communities within a new country that reflect their original culture, providing them a sense of belonging and identity in a foreign land.
(c) The inclusion of diverse cultures through migration contributes to the multicultural character of societies, promoting diversity and intercultural exchange.
Therefore, option (d) "All the above" is correct as each statement accurately describes an aspect of the impact migrants have on societies globally.

A fundamental principle of democracy is that each adult citizen should have one vote and each vote should have one value.

In a democracy, the power of the government is limited by constitutional law and citizens’ rights.

(a) A homogeneous society is one where the majority of people share similar cultural, ethnic, or racial backgrounds. The term implies uniformity in cultural practices, beliefs, and ethnic makeup.
(b) Heterogeneous, on the other hand, describes a society characterized by diversity, where individuals from various cultural, ethnic, or racial backgrounds coexist.
(c) Humane refers to behavior that shows compassion or benevolence and does not directly relate to the composition of society.
(d) Humble describes a modest or low view of one's importance and is not relevant to the societal composition.
Hence, the correct answer is (a) Homogeneous, as it describes a society with similar kinds of people.

The reference to the agreement between Nationalists and the UK government in 1998 likely pertains to the Good Friday Agreement (also known as the Belfast Agreement), which was signed on April 10, 1998. This historic accord was reached to help bring an end to the period of conflict in Northern Ireland known as the Troubles. It established the parameters for devolved government in Northern Ireland and set the framework for peace and reconciliation between Nationalist and Unionist communities. The agreement was a significant milestone in the peace process, marking a consensus between the UK government, Irish government, and various political parties in Northern Ireland. Therefore, the correct answer is (c) 1998.

Pervez Musharraf declared himself as the Chief Executive of Pakistan after leading a military coup in October 1999.

ZANU-PF, the party that led the freedom struggle, continued to rule Zimbabwe after independence under the leadership of Robert Mugabe.

A fundamental principle of democracy is that each adult citizen should have one vote, and each vote should have equal value.