WorksheetsExploring Nepalese Democracy
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 8mins
What was the primary characteristic of the Rana Rule in Nepal?
Democratic governance with full political freedoms.
Autocratic governance by the Rana family with restricted political freedoms.
Military rule with widespread public participation.
Monarchical rule with absolute power of the king.
Who was the key figure behind the abolition of the Rana regime?
King Tribhuvan
Jana Andolan Leader
Mahatma Gandhi
King Birendra
What were the main demands of the People's Movement of 1990?
Establishment of multiparty democracy, end of Panchayat system, protection of human rights.
Increased military control over the government
Implementation of a one-party system
Continuation of the monarchy
Which political party played a significant role in the People's Movement of 1990?
Communist Party of Nepal
Rastriya Prajatantra Party
Nepali Congress
Nepal Workers and Peasants Party
What was the outcome of the People's Movement of 1990 for Nepal's political landscape?
Implementation of a one-party system.
Continuation of the civil war and political instability.
Restoration of multiparty democracy and establishment of a parliamentary system.
Establishment of a monarchy with absolute power.
When was the Constitution of Nepal adopted?
September 20, 2015
March 10, 2017
January 1, 2016
August 15, 2014
What are some key features of the Constitution of Nepal 2015?
No provisions for social justice
Limited voting rights
Key features include federalism, a parliamentary system, fundamental rights, and provisions for social justice.
Monarchy system
How did the Constitution of Nepal 2015 address federalism?
The Constitution of Nepal 2015 created only three provinces without any autonomy.
The Constitution of Nepal 2015 addressed federalism by creating seven provinces with autonomous governments and defining the distribution of powers between central and provincial authorities.
The Constitution of Nepal 2015 abolished all provincial governments.
The Constitution of Nepal 2015 established a unitary system of governance.
What role do political parties play in Nepal's democracy?
Political parties are primarily focused on international relations rather than local issues.
Political parties only serve to create division among citizens.
Political parties are irrelevant to governance in Nepal.
Political parties are essential for representation, governance, and political participation in Nepal's democracy.
How many major political parties are recognized in Nepal?
2
5
4
3
What impact did the monarchy have on the democratic process in Nepal?
The monarchy had no effect on the democratic process in Nepal.
The monarchy encouraged a stable political environment and supported reforms.
The monarchy limited political participation and suppressed democracy, leading to instability and eventual democratic reforms.
The monarchy promoted democratic values and increased political participation.
How did the monarchy's power change after the People's Movement of 1990?
The monarchy's power increased, becoming an absolute monarchy.
The monarchy retained its full powers without any changes.
The monarchy was abolished entirely, leading to a republic.
The monarchy's power was significantly reduced, transitioning to a constitutional monarchy with limited authority.
What was the significance of the 2006 People's Movement in relation to the monarchy?
It resulted in the abolition of the monarchy altogether.
It led to the establishment of a constitutional monarchy.
It strengthened the monarchy's power in Nepal.
It marked the end of absolute monarchy in Nepal and restored democracy.
How has the relationship between political parties and the monarchy evolved in Nepal?
Nepal has never had a monarchy in its history.
The monarchy has always been absolute with no changes.
Political parties have no influence on the monarchy's decisions.
The relationship has shifted from absolute monarchy to a constitutional monarchy, and finally to a republic with no monarchy.
What challenges does Nepal's democracy face today?
Political instability, corruption, ethnic tensions, external influence, and human rights issues.
Technological advancements in governance
Economic growth challenges
Environmental sustainability issues
