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Chapter 9

Social Science Class 7

49 of 49 questions

49
Total Questions
15
Easy
19
Medium
15
Hard
Q1
easyGovernment Functions
What are the three main functions of government as described in the chapter?
A.Protection, Legislation, Welfare
B.Rakṣha, Pālana, Yogakṣhema
C.Law-making, Enforcement, Adjudication
D.Executive, Legislative, Judicial
Q2
easyDemocracy Example
Which example from school life is used to explain democracy?
A.Forming a sports team
B.Creating a student committee through voting
C.Organising the mid-day-meal
D.Selecting speakers for assembly
Q3
easyForms of Democracy
In a parliamentary democracy, who must retain the confidence of the legislature?
A.The President
B.The Prime Minister and Council of Ministers
C.The Chief Justice
D.The Speaker
Q4
easyDemocratic Principles
Which principle ensures that all citizens have equal access to facilities and are equal before the law?
A.Freedom
B.Accountability
C.Equality
D.Representation
Q5
easyTypes of Government
What term describes a government where religious leaders hold ultimate authority?
A.Oligarchy
B.Theocracy
C.Monarchy
D.Republic
Q6
easyDemocracy Examples
Which country is given as an example of direct democracy?
A.India
B.Switzerland
C.USA
D.United Kingdom
Q7
easyKey Terms
Who defined democracy as 'government of the people, by the people, for the people'?
A.Mahatma Gandhi
B.Abraham Lincoln
C.Kauṭilya
D.Nelson Mandela
Q8
easyTypes of Government
In a dictatorship, who holds absolute power?
A.Elected representatives
B.A single person or small group
C.Religious council
D.Monarch
Q9
easyGovernment Structure
Which system has independent legislature, executive, and judiciary?
A.Parliamentary democracy
B.Representative democracy
C.Dictatorship
D.Separation of powers
Q10
mediumMonarchy
Match the form: An absolute monarch rules without a constitution.
A.Constitutional Monarchy
B.Absolute Monarchy
C.Democracy
D.Oligarchy
Q11
mediumTypes of Government
Which form of government has a head of state elected and not hereditary?
A.Monarchy
B.Republic
C.Oligarchy
D.Theocracy
Q12
mediumDemocracy
Why might direct democracy be impractical in large countries?
A.Too few citizens
B.Difficult decision-making by all citizens
C.High literacy rates needed
D.Lack of elections
Q13
mediumDemocratic Principles
What does 'universal adult franchise' guarantee?
A.Equal taxation
B.Right to vote to all adults
C.Free education
D.Freedom of speech
Q14
mediumTypes of Government
Identify the source of authority in a theocracy.
A.People
B.Constitution
C.Religious belief and leaders
D.Military
Q15
mediumHistory
Which form of government evolved in the Chola period with elected village bodies?
A.Monarchy
B.Early Republics
C.Theocracy
D.Dictatorship
Q16
mediumDemocratic Principles
Which is NOT a principle of democracy mentioned in the chapter?
A.Equality
B.Freedom
C.Hereditary rule
D.Representative participation
Q17
mediumForms of Democracy
What key difference distinguishes presidential from parliamentary democracy?
A.Legislature power
B.Separation of power
C.Election interval
D.Executive independence from legislature
Q18
mediumElections
How often are general elections held in India?
A.Every four years
B.Every five years
C.Every six years
D.Every three years
Q19
mediumKey Terms
Identify the term: ‘government of the people, by the people, for the people’.
A.Democracy
B.Republic
C.Monarchy
D.Oligarchy
Q20
mediumTypes of Government
Which modern country combines theocracy with democratic elections?
A.Saudi Arabia
B.Vatican City
C.Iran
D.Afghanistan
Q21
hardGovernment Structure
Explain separation of powers in one sentence.
A.Legislature makes laws, executive enforces, judiciary interprets
B.Everyone votes directly
C.King shares power with nobles
D.Religious leaders advise government
Q22
hardMonarchy
Compare constitutional and absolute monarchy in two key points.
A.Constitutional: monarch as figurehead; Absolute: monarch holds all power
B.Constitutional: no parliament; Absolute: has parliament
C.Constitutional: hereditary; Absolute: elected
D.Constitutional: directly elected monarch; Absolute: appointed by nobles
Q23
hardOligarchy
Analyse why oligarchies can exist within democracies.
A.Because only one party
B.When small groups hold disproportionate influence
C.When monarchy coexists
D.Through direct votes
Q24
hardDemocracy
Evaluate the challenges of implementing direct democracy today.
A.Fast decision-making
B.High cost, logistical complexity, citizen engagement
C.Lack of elections
D.Hereditary succession
Q25
hardJudiciary
Discuss the role of independent judiciary in preserving democracy.
A.Implements laws
B.Makes laws
C.Checks executive and protects rights
D.Conducts elections
Q26
hardHistory
How did the Uttaramerur inscriptions demonstrate early republican elements?
A.Monarchical succession
B.Merit-based elections, sealed ballots, dismissals for corruption
C.Theocratic rule
D.Dictatorial decree
Q27
hardChallenges
What would happen to democratic ideals if wealth disparity increases?
A.Strengthens representation
B.Leads to oligarchic influence and erodes equality
C.Creates direct democracy
D.Eliminates franchise
Q28
hardGovernment Structure
Explain why separation of powers is essential in a democracy.
A.Prevents tyranny by dividing functions
B.Promotes single ruler
C.Concentrates power
D.Eliminates voting
Q29
hardDemocracy
Why is universal adult franchise considered a cornerstone of representative democracy?
A.Ensures executive power
B.Guarantees inclusive representation and accountability
C.Limits voting to elites
D.Encourages monarchy
Q30
hardJudiciary
Identify a real-world risk when judiciary loses independence.
A.Faster law-making
B.Unchecked executive power and rights violations
C.Better representation
D.More elections
Q31
easyTypes of Government
What is the basic feature of a republic?
A.Hereditary rule
B.Elected head of state
C.Religious law
D.Single-party rule
Q32
easyTypes of Government
Which term refers to rule by a few wealthy individuals?
A.Democracy
B.Plutocracy
C.Oligarchy
D.Monarchy
Q33
easyDemocratic Principles
Which principle allows citizens to form political parties?
A.Equality
B.Freedom
C.Accountability
D.Rule of law
Q34
easyGovernance
What ensures transparency in government decision-making?
A.Secret ballots
B.Freedom of information
C.Separation of powers
D.Universal franchise
Q35
easyIndian Government
Who presides over the lower house in India?
A.President
B.Prime Minister
C.Vice President
D.Speaker of Lok Sabha
Q36
easyJudiciary
Which body interprets the Constitution of India?
A.Parliament
B.Supreme Court
C.President
D.Election Commission
Q37
mediumLegislature
What does the term 'bicameral' refer to?
A.Single legislative chamber
B.Two legislative chambers
C.Military rule
D.Judicial review
Q38
mediumElections
Why is an independent election commission important?
A.To enforce laws
B.To manage government funds
C.To conduct free and fair elections
D.To draft the Constitution
Q39
mediumConstitution
Which document limits the powers of government?
A.Budget
B.Constitution
C.Policy papers
D.Executive orders
Q40
mediumJudiciary
Match the office: Head of judiciary at the state level in India.
A.Chief Justice of India
B.Governor
C.Chief Justice of High Court
D.Chief Minister
Q41
mediumRights
Which feature protects minority rights?
A.Majority rule
B.Rule of law
C.Judicial review
D.Direct democracy
Q42
mediumGovernment Structure
How does federalism distribute power?
A.Centralized government only
B.Power shared between central and state governments
C.Only local bodies have power
D.Military appointed officials
Q43
mediumMonarchy
Describe one advantage of constitutional monarchy.
A.Absolute power of monarch
B.Symbolic head with elected government
C.No elections
D.Religious rule
Q44
hardGovernment Structure
Critically analyse why separation of powers may fail in practice.
A.Complete independence always maintained
B.Interference and overlaps between branches
C.No need for checks
D.Unified government only
Q45
hardModern Challenges
Evaluate how digital media can influence democracy positively and negatively.
A.Only positive awareness
B.Both wider engagement and spread of misinformation
C.No effect
D.Only government propaganda
Q46
hardExecutive Power
What risk does excessive executive decree pose to democracy?
A.Slower decision-making
B.Undermines legislative authority
C.Enhances checks and balances
D.Improves transparency
Q47
hardElections
Analyse the impact of low voter turnout on representative democracy.
A.Strengthens mandate
B.Weakens legitimacy of elected bodies
C.Has no impact
D.Increases campaign spending
Q48
hardJudiciary Reform
Suggest one reform to improve judicial efficiency and justify it.
A.Increase case backlog
B.Digitize court records and hearings
C.Reduce number of judges
D.Eliminate appeals
Q49
mediumParliamentary Democracy
Explain how coalition governments can affect decision-making.
A.Always ensure swift decisions
B.Require compromise, can slow down policy-making
C.Eliminate need for elections
D.Strengthen single-party rule