Democratic Politics Quiz - CBSE Class 9 Social Science
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What is one of the fundamental principles of democracy?
- Monopoly of power
- Electoral competition
- Limited freedoms
- Taxation without representation
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Answer: B. Electoral competition
Democracy is characterized by electoral competition, which allows citizens to choose their representatives.
What is meant by 'checks and balances' in a democracy?
- Eliminating political parties
- Limiting individual freedoms
- Ensuring no branch of government becomes too powerful
- Fostering competition between states
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Answer: C. Ensuring no branch of government becomes too powerful
Checks and balances maintain the distribution of power in a government, preventing any one branch from becoming dominant.
What role does the media play in a democracy?
- Censoring information
- Promoting misinformation
- Informing citizens and holding power accountable
- Controlling government policies
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Answer: C. Informing citizens and holding power accountable
The media serves as a watchdog in democracy, providing information and scrutiny over governmental actions.
Which one of the following practices strengthens democracy?
- Censorship
- Political corruption
- Transparency in governance
- Limited media access
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Answer: C. Transparency in governance
Transparency in governance allows citizens to scrutinize their leaders and hold them accountable, which is vital for a healthy democracy.
What is freedom of expression?
- The right to remain silent
- The right to voice opinions without censorship
- The right to protest violently
- The right to avoid taxes
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Answer: B. The right to voice opinions without censorship
Freedom of expression allows individuals to articulate their thoughts and opinions openly, crucial for a democracy.