Outcomes of Democracy For Class 10 Civics Important Questions
Q 1 – Which among the following has a higher rate of economic growth and development?
(a) Democracies
(b) Dictatorships
(c) All non-democratic regimes
(d) Monarchies
Q 2 – The basic elements of democracy are:
A. Universal Adult Franchise
B. Fraternity and national unity
C. Liberty and equality
D. Dignity and freedom of an individual
(a) A, B & D
(b) A, C & D
(c) B, C & D
(d) A, B, C & D
Q 3 – Which of the following statements is correct?
(a) Most of the democracies have constitutions, they hold elections, have parties and they guarantee rights to citizens
(b) Democracies are very much different from each other in terms of their social, economic and cultural achievements
(c) All democracies are similar as far as social, economic and cultural conditions are concerned
(d) Both (a) and (b)
Q 4 – Consider the following statements. Which of these do not hold true for non-democratic regimes?
(a) These do not have to bother about public opinion.
(b) These take less time at arriving at a decision.
(c) Principle of individual dignity has legal force.
(d) These often suppress internal social differences.
Q 5 – ‘Equal treatment of women’ is a necessary ingredient of a democratic society. This means that:
(a) women are actually always treated with respect.
(b) it is now easier for women to legally wage struggle for their rights.
(c) most societies across the world are now increasingly women dominated.
(d) women are now treated as equals in the political arena.
Q 6 – When was democracy introduced in India?
(a) 1952
(b) 1950
(c) 1947
(d) 1949
Q 7 – Fill in the Blanks:
1. Democracy is based on the idea of …………… .
2. Democratic governments take …………… time to follow procedures before arriving at a decision.
3. Democratic governments …………… a very good record when it comes to sharing information with citizens.
4. Difference in the rate of economic development between less developed countries with dictatorship and less developed countries with democracies
is …………… .
5. Democracies are mostly based on …………… equality.
Q 8 – Look at the given cartoons
The above cartoons tell us about the disparities between the rich and the poor. Should the gains of economic growth be evenly distributed? How can the poor get a voice for a better share in a nation? What can the poor countries do to receive a greater share in the world’s wealth?
Q 9 – What is the political aspect of democracy?
Q 10 – How does democracy produce a responsive government?
Q 11 – How has corruption become a serious problem for Indian democracy? Explain with examples.
Q 12 – How is poverty a major challenge to democracy? Explain.
Q 13 – Explain the role of political equality in a democratic political system.
Q 14 – How are democratic governments better than the other forms of governments? Compare.
Q 15 – ‘Democracies are not appearing to be very successful in reducing economic inequalities.’ Analyse the statement.
Q 16 – ‘A public expression of dissatisfaction with democracy shows the success of democratic project.’ Justify the statement.
Q 17 – ‘Democracies lead to peaceful and harmonious life among citizens.’ Support the statement with suitable examples.
Q 18 – Explain any five aspects of democratic government and politics.