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Mention the forms of democracy.
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Here is some information about four countries. Based on this information, how would you classify each of these countries? Write ‘democratic’, ‘undemocratic’, or ‘not sure’ against each of these.
- Country A: People who do not accept the country’s official religion do not have a right to vote.
- Country B: The same party has been winning elections for the last twenty years.
- Country C: Ruling party has lost in the last three elections.
- Country D: There is no independent election commission.
Here is some information about four countries. Based on this information, how would you classify each of these countries. Write ‘democratic’, ‘undemocratic’ or ‘not sure’ against each of these.
(a)Country P: The parliament cannot pass a law about the army without the consent of the Chief of Army
(b) Country Q: The parliament cannot pass a law reducing the powers of the judiciary
(c) Country R: The country’s leaders cannot sign any treaty with another country without taking permission from its neighbouring country.
(d) Country S: All the major economic decisions about the country are taken by officials of the central bank which the ministers cannot change.
Assertion (A): Direct democracy is practised in Switzerland.
Reason (R): People directly participates in decision making.
The first general elections were held in British India in the year __________.
Distinguish between direct and indirect democracy.
What are the challenges to Indian democracy? explain.
Discuss in the class what is universal adult franchise?
Why universal adult franchise is important?
Freedom to practice any religion or reject all is expressed by the term ______.
Assertion (A): Lok sabha is called council of states.
Reason (R): People elect representatives to Lok Sabha.
