Understanding Elections and the Election Commission

The video tutorial provides an overview of elections, explaining their significance in a democracy. It covers the principles of conducting elections, such as universal adult franchise and secret ballots. The tutorial distinguishes between direct and indirect elections, discussing their advantages and disadvantages. It also outlines the types of elections in India, including general, by-elections, and midterm elections. Finally, it describes the role and composition of the Election Commission of India.

Which principle ensures that every adult citizen has the right to vote?

• Secret ballot

• Constituency rule

• Electoral competition

• Universal adult franchise

What is a secret ballot?

• A public declaration of votes

• A method of voting by raising hands

• A method where votes are cast in private

• A system where only officials know the votes

What is the primary purpose of an election?

• To select representatives for Parliament or state legislatures

• To choose a new Prime Minister

• To organize public rallies

• To conduct opinion polls

What is a direct election?

• An election conducted by the President

• An election where voters directly choose their representatives

• An election held only in urban areas

• An election where voters choose an intermediate body

Which of the following is an advantage of direct elections?

• Stimulates public interest in elections

• Prevents emotional voting

• Eliminates bribery

• Reduces election campaign heat

Who elects the members of the Rajya Sabha?

• The President of India

• Members of the Legislative Assembly

• The general public

• The Prime Minister

What is a by-election?

• An election held to fill a vacant seat

• An election held every five years

• An election for the Vice-President

• An election for the President

When is a midterm election held?

• When the Lok Sabha or State Assembly is dissolved before term completion

• When a member resigns

• At the end of a five-year term

• During a national emergency

Who appoints the Chief Election Commissioner of India?

• The Supreme Court

• The Prime Minister

• The Parliament

• The President of India

What is the term length for the Chief Election Commissioner of India?

• Four years

• Five years

• Six years or until the age of 65

• Ten years