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Social StudiesClass 10CBSE

12. Consider the following two statements. A. In a federation, the powers of the federal and provincial governments are clearly demarcated. B. India is a federation because the powers of the Union and State Governments are specified in the Constitution and they have exclusive jurisdiction on their respective subjects. C. Sri Lanka is a federation because the country is divided into provinces. D. India is no longer a federation because some powers of the States have been devolved to the local government bodies. Which of the statements given above are correct? a. A, B and C b. A, C and D c. A and B only d. B and C only

A and B only

Social StudiesClass 10CBSE

Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists: List-I List-II Union of India Prime Minister State Sarpanch Municipal Corporation Governor Gram Panchayat Mayor

List-I List-II Union of India Prime Minister State Governor Municipal Corporation Mayor Gram Panchayat Sarpanch

Social StudiesClass 10CBSE

Examine the following pairs that give the level of government in India and the powers of the government at that level to make laws on the subjects mentioned against each. Which of the following pairs is not correctly matched? State government State List Central government Union List Central and State governments Concurrent List Local governments Residuary powers

Local governments Residuary powers

Social StudiesClass 10CBSE

A few subjects in various Lists of the Indian Constitution are given here. Group them under the Union, State and Concurrent Lists as provided in the table below. A. Defence B. Police C. Agriculture D. Education E. Banking F. Forests G. Communications H. Trade I. Marriages Union List State List Concurrent List

Answer. Union List Defence Communications Banking State List Police Agriculture Trade Concurrent List Education Forests Marriages

Social StudiesClass 10CBSE

The distinguishing feature of a federal government is: a. The national government gives some powers to the provincial governments. b. Power is distributed among the legislature, executive and judiciary. c. Elected officials exercise supreme power in the government. d. Governmental power is divided between different levels of government

Governmental power is divided between different levels of government

Social StudiesClass 10CBSE

Here are three reactions to the language policy followed in India. Give an argument and an example to support any of these positions. Sangeeta: The policy of accommodation has strengthened national unity. Arman: the Language-based States have divided us by making everyone conscious of their language. Harish: This policy has only helped to consolidate the dominance of English over all other languages.

The policy of accommodation mentioned by Sangeeta is a correct reaction to the language policy followed in India. Due to this policy, India stands in unity with states having different languages. Had India not followed the policy of accommodation, several states could have proposed separation from the country.

Social StudiesClass 10CBSE

Fill in the blanks: Since the United States is a _______ type of federation, all the constituent States have equal powers and States are vis-à-vis the federal government. But India is a _ type of federation and some States have more power than others. In India, the __ government has more powers.

Since the United States is a coming together type of the federation, all the constituent States have equal powers and States are strong vis-à-vis the federal government. But India is a holding together type of federation and some States have more power than others. In India, the central government has more powers.

Social StudiesClass 10CBSE

State any two differences between the local government before and after the constitutional amendment in 1992.

Local Government Pre-1992 Local Government Post Constitutional Amendment 1992 Elections to these local governments were not held regularly Now, it is constitutionally mandated to hold regular elections to local government bodies Local governments did not have any powers or resources of their own. The State governments are required to share some powers and revenue with local government bodies. The nature of sharing varies from state to state.

Social StudiesClass 10CBSE

What is the main difference between a federal form of government and a unitary one? Explain with an example.

er. Federal Form Unitary Form There is a sharing of power between union and state government. The power is centralised with the union government, and there is no role of state governments. Example – India (India is a federal country with union government at the centre and state governments at the state level and Panchayati Raj at the local level.) Example – Sri Lanka (The national government has all the powers.)

Social StudiesClass 10CBSE

Point out one feature in the practice of federalism in India that is similar to and one feature that is different from that of Belgium.

A feature in the practice of federalism in India that is similar to that of Belgium – There is power-sharing between the union government and state government. A feature in the practice of federalism in India that is different from that of Belgium – India has no community government in practice, while Belgium has one.

Social StudiesClass 10CBSE

Consider the following statements on parties. A. Political parties do not enjoy much trust among the people. B. Parties are often rocked by scandals involving top-party leaders. C. Parties are not necessary to run governments. Which of the statements given above is correct? a. A, B, and C b. A and B c. B and C d. A and C

(b) A and B

Social StudiesClass 10CBSE

What is the guiding philosophy of the Bharatiya Janata Party? A. Bahujan Samaj B. Revolutionary democracy C. Integral humanism D. Modernity

Integral humanism

Social StudiesClass 10CBSE

Who among the following is the founder of the Bahujan Samaj Party? A. Kanshi Ram B. Sahu Maharaj C. B.R. Ambedkar D. Jotiba Phule

Answer. Kanshi Ram

Social StudiesClass 10CBSE

Match List-I (organisations and struggles) with List-II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists. List-I List-II 1. Congress Party A. National Democratic Alliance 2. Bharatiya Janata Party B. State party 3. Communist Party of India (Marxist) C. United Progressive Alliance 4. Telugu Desam Party D. Left Front 1 2 3 4 (a) C A B D (b) C D A B (c) C A D B (d) D C A B

Answer. 1 2 3 4 (c) C A D B

Social StudiesClass 10CBSE

A group of people who come together to contest elections and hold power in the government is called a _____________________.

A group of people who come together to contest elections and hold power in the government is called a political party.

Social StudiesClass 10CBSE

What is a political party?

A political party is a group of people who come together to contest elections and hold power in the government. They agree on some policies and programmes for society, with a view to promoting the collective good.

Social StudiesClass 10CBSE

Suggest some reforms to strengthen parties so that they perform their functions well.

The various reforms that a political party can take are as follows: A provision within a political party to tackle internal conflicts. The 1/3rd representation in the party should be given to women candidates. The parties should not promote candidates having criminal records. State funding during elections should be promoted so that candidates coming from poor backgrounds stand an equal chance to win.

Social StudiesClass 10CBSE

State the various functions political parties perform in a democracy.

The functions performed by the political parties are as follows: They contest elections. They introduce various policies and programmes for the people. They play an important role in decision-making to legislate and execute. These parties, when successful in elections, form and run the government. These parties, if they lose, become the opposition parties and play the role of criticising the government. The parties mould the public’s opinion on various issues. They can help them form an opinion and can also influence them to alter their opinion. These parties help the citizenry access the government’s policies and acts.

Social StudiesClass 10CBSE

Consider the following two statements on power-sharing and select the answer using the codes given below. A). Power-sharing is good for democracy. B). It helps to reduce the possibility of conflict between social groups. Which of these statements are true and false? (a) A is true, but B is false (b) Both A and B are true (c) Both A and B are false (d) A is false, but B is true

(b) Both A and B are true

Social StudiesClass 10CBSE

Match List I (forms of power-sharing) with List II (forms of government) and select the correct answer using the codes given below in the lists. List I List II 1. Power shared among different organs of government A. Community government 2. Power shared among governments at different levels B. Separation of powers 3. Power shared by different social groups C. Coalition government 4. Power shared by two or more political parties D. Federal government

er. List I List II 1. Power shared among different organs of government Separation of powers 2. Power shared among governments at different levels Federal government 3. Power shared by different social groups Community government 4. Power shared by two or more political parties Coalition government

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