General Knowledge Quiz

Which of the following statements accurately describes a “community government”? i. ‘Community government’ is elected by people belonging to one language community – Dutch, French, and German-speaking – no matter where they live. ii. This government has power regarding cultural, educational, and language-related issues. iii. This government has power regarding economic, educational, and language-related issues. iv. ‘Community government’ is elected by people belonging to one language community.

Which of the following are features of a federal system? i. Division of powers between various levels of government. ii. Independent judiciary to interpret the constitution.

Why is the principle of 'Separation of Powers' important in a democratic system?

Which of the following statements are appropriate for describing 'Federalism'? i. Distribution of powers between the central and state governments. ii. Independent judiciary to interpret the constitution.

What are the four pillars of democracy? i. Legislature ii. Executive iii. Judiciary iv. Media

State whether the following statements are true or false: i. Democracy ensures that decisions are taken by the majority. ii. Democracy always leads to efficient decision-making.

State whether the following statements are true or false: i. The President of India can declare an emergency on grounds of war or external aggression without consulting the Cabinet. ii. The President can declare an emergency on grounds of internal disturbance without consulting the Cabinet.

Which demand of the Sri Lankan Tamils was repeatedly denied?

• Their demand of a separate electorate

• Their demand for freedom of expression

• Their demand for the right to vote

• Their demand for more autonomy to provinces populated by the Tamils

Who among the following was associated with the founding of 'Young Italy'?

• Mazzini

• Garibaldi

• Cavour

What is the significance of fundamental rights in a democracy?

• They ensure equal distribution of wealth.

• They empower the judiciary.

• They protect individual liberties.

• They promote economic development.