Class 9 Social Studies: What is Democracy?
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Q1 · MCQ · 1 mark
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a democratic government?
Q2 · FILL · 1 mark
Democracy is a form of government in which the rulers are elected by the ____.
Q3 · MCQ · 1 mark
Who gave the famous definition of democracy as 'government of the people, by the people, for the people'?
Q4 · SHORT · 2 marks
Why is freedom to express views essential in a democracy?
Q5 · MCQ · 1 mark
Which body ensures that there is a free and fair electoral competition in India?
Q6 · FILL · 1 mark
In a democracy, adult citizens have the right to vote, also known as ____.
Q7 · MCQ · 1 mark
Which of these is a major argument FOR democracy?
Q8 · SHORT · 2 marks
Name two difficulties that can arise in a non-democratic government.
Q9 · FILL · 1 mark
Democracy enhances the ____ of citizens.
Q10 · MCQ · 1 mark
A democratic government is a better government because it is a more ____ form of government.