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Which of the following is an important outcome of democracy?
All 15 questions in this quiz
What is the main reason democracy is considered the best form of government?
- It guarantees that governments never make mistakes.
- It promotes participation, protects rights, ensures accountability, and allows peaceful change through elections.
- It eliminates all political disagreements permanently.
- It allows only one political party to govern forever.
Which of the following best reflects political equality in a democracy?
- Rich people have more votes.
- Every eligible citizen has one vote of equal value.
- Only educated people can vote.
- Government officials vote twice.
Why are opposition parties important in a democracy?
- They prevent elections from taking place.
- They question government decisions and provide alternative policies.
- They replace the Constitution.
- They control the judiciary.
Which of the following rights allows citizens to express their opinions freely?
- Right to Equality only
- Freedom of Speech and Expression
- Right to Property only
- Right to Military Service
Which of the following countries is often cited as an example of a dictatorship during the late twentieth century?
- India
- Pakistan under military rule
- Japan
- Canada
Why may democratic decision-making sometimes take more time?
- Because there are no laws.
- Because decisions involve discussion, debate, and consultation with different groups.
- Because elections never occur.
- Because only kings make decisions.
Which of the following is an important outcome of democracy?
- Complete elimination of disagreements
- Greater accountability of government
- Permanent rule by one political party
- No need for elections
Which principle ensures that everyone is equal before the law in a democracy?
- Rule of Law
- Military Rule
- Divine Right
- Monarchy
Why is democracy considered better than dictatorship?
- Dictatorship always protects human rights better.
- Democracy allows citizen participation, accountability, and peaceful change of government.
- Democracy does not require elections.
- Democracy abolishes all laws.
Which of the following is NOT a feature of democracy?
- Rule of law
- Protection of fundamental rights
- Hereditary transfer of political power
- Accountability of government
Which institution conducts elections in India?
- Supreme Court
- Election Commission of India
- Parliament
- Reserve Bank of India
What is universal adult franchise?
- Voting rights only for educated people
- Voting rights only for men
- The right of every adult citizen to vote regardless of caste, religion, gender, or wealth
- Voting rights only for government employees
Which country is considered the world's largest democracy?
- China
- India
- Russia
- Brazil
Which of the following is an essential feature of democracy?
- Hereditary rule
- Free and fair elections
- Permanent military rule
- Rule by one political party without elections
Which of the following best defines democracy?
- Rule by a king
- Rule by military leaders
- A form of government in which rulers are elected by the people
- Rule by religious leaders