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W.68: Understanding Democratic Governance in India

Total questions: 8

Worksheet time: 4mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Who spearheaded nonviolent resistance movements promoting ideals of freedom, equality, and self-governance during India's struggle for independence?

a)

Jawaharlal Nehru

b)

Bhagat Singh

c)

Indira Gandhi

d)

Mohandas Gandhi

2.

What principle advocates for the separation of religious institutions and state governance?

a)

Democracy

b)

Federalism

c)

Secularism

d)

Socialism

3.

Which system of government divides power between a central authority and constituent political units?

a)

Federalism

b)

Autocracy

c)

Monarchy

d)

Oligarchy

4.

Who was India's first Prime Minister and championed secularism, socialism, and democratic ideals?

a)

Indira Gandhi

b)

Jawaharlal Nehru

c)

Rajendra Prasad

d)

Vallabhbhai Patel

5.

What event led by Indira Gandhi drew criticism for undermining democratic principles?

a)

Indo-Pakistani War of 1971

b)

The Green Revolution

c)

Operation Blue Star

d)

Imposition of Emergency in 1975

6.

What ensures the accountability and representation of diverse interests in India?

a)

Centralized governance

b)

The caste system

c)

Regular, free, and fair elections

d)

Monarchical rule

7.

Which of the following has played a significant role in holding governments accountable and promoting democratic participation?

a)

International organizations

b)

Corporate entities

c)

Civil society organizations and media

d)

Foreign governments

8.

What was the primary purpose of the framing of the Indian Constitution in 1950?

a)

To establish a monarchy

b)

To provide a legal and institutional framework for democracy

c)

To promote trade with other nations

d)

To declare independence from British rule