MCQs on Grassroots Democracy

What is the meaning of 'governance'?

• Only making laws

• The process of taking decisions and ensuring rules are followed

• Only enforcing laws

• Punishing lawbreakers

What is the main purpose of a government?

• To control people

• To maintain order and harmony in society

• To collect taxes

• To make people follow a single ideology

Which of the following is NOT a function of government?

• Lawmaking

• Implementing policies

• Resolving disputes

• Entertaining people

What is the meaning of 'democracy'?

• Rule by a single person

• Rule by the military

• Rule by the people

• Rule by religious leaders

What does the word 'democracy' originate from?

• Latin

• Greek

• Sanskrit

• Arabic

Which of the following is a characteristic of democracy?

• Absolute power to the ruler

• Equal participation of citizens

• No elections

• Military rule

What is 'representative democracy'?

• Citizens directly participate in lawmaking

• Elected representatives make decisions on behalf of people

• Laws are made by a monarch

• Only wealthy people can vote

Which of these is an example of direct democracy?

• Lok Sabha elections

• Citizens voting directly on laws

• Appointment of judges

• Selection of ministers by the Prime Minister

Which of the following is NOT one of the three organs of government?

• Legislature

• Executive

• Judiciary

• Media

What is the function of the legislature?

• To implement laws

• To interpret laws

• To make laws

• To enforce laws