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WorksheetsQuiz on Basics of Elections
Total questions: 14
Worksheet time: 5mins
What is a General Election in India?
Elections held when a government loses its majority
Elections held after every five years
Elections held every two years
Elections held to fill a vacant seat
What triggers a Mid-term election?
Election of a new Prime Minister
Resignation of an elected member
Completion of a full term
Loss of majority before term completion
What is a By-election?
Election held after five years
Election held to fill a vacant seat
Election held for local government
Election held for the President
Who is elected in General/Lok Sabha Elections?
Councillors
Members of Legislative Assembly
Members of Parliament
Mayors
Who appoints the Prime Minister?
Councillors
The President
Members of Parliament - Lok Sabha
Members of Legislative Assembly - Vidhan Sabha
In Local Government Elections (Municipalities), who is elected?
Members of Legislative Assembly
Vice President
Members of Parliament
Councillors
Who elects the President of India?
Only MPs
Only MLAs
MPs and MLAs
Citizens directly
Which of the following is an example of Indirect Elections?
Local Government Elections
Election of the President
By-elections
General Elections
What does the phrase 'Democracy = Elections' imply?
Democracy is about direct participation
Democracy cannot exist without elections
Elections are the only aspect of democracy
Elections are not important in democracy
Can democracy exist without elections?
Yes, through direct participation
No, elections are essential
No, only in non-democratic countries
Yes, if there are representatives
What is a key characteristic of non-democratic countries regarding elections?
They do not hold elections
They hold elections to maintain the illusion of democracy
They only hold local elections
They have free and fair elections
What is the role of elected representatives in a democracy?
To make all decisions directly
To represent citizens in decision-making
To appoint government officials
To hold elections
Who elects the Vice President of India?
Elected representatives
Members of Legislative Assembly
Members of Parliament
Citizens directly
What happens if an elected member resigns before their term ends?
The position is filled by appointment
The term is extended
A by-election is held
A new election is not needed
