Electoral Politics (Quiz) - Social Science

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How many constituencies are there for Lok Sabha elections in India?

543

600

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Which of the following is NOT allowed according to the Model Code of Conduct?

Publishing election manifestos

Using a party symbol during campaigns

Ministers laying foundation stones of projects after elections are announced

Campaigning in local schools

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What technology has replaced ballot papers in Indian elections?

Manual counting devices

Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs)

Online voting portals

Biometric voting systems

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Why are some constituencies reserved for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST)?

To reduce the number of constituencies

To focus only on rural development

To eliminate competition in elections

To ensure fair representation of weaker sections in Parliament and Assemblies

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What does NOTA stand for in the context of elections?

Non-Offensive Term Agreement

No Obligation To Answer

No Opinion Toward Anyone

None of the Above

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What action can the Election Commission take if it finds that polling was not fair in a constituency?

Reprimand the opposition parties.

Change the ruling government.

Order a repoll in specific booths or the entire constituency.

Cancel the election results for the entire country.

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What is one sign that elections in India are generally free and fair?

The ruling party always wins.

Incumbent candidates rarely lose elections.

Only wealthy candidates win elections.

The ruling party often loses elections, reflecting the will of the people.

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Which document can be shown as an alternative if the voter does not have the Election Photo Identity Card (EPIC)?

Ration Card

Driving Licence

All of the above

Aadhaar Card

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Why are elections essential in a democracy?

They are not necessary for a democratic government to function.

They allow people to sit together and take all decisions.

They help select representatives based solely on their education and knowledge.

They provide a way for people to select their representatives and hold them accountable.

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10.

Why is political competition important in a democracy?

It allows for leaders to stay in power without being challenged.

It helps political leaders serve the people without the need for elections.

It removes the need for regular elections.

It creates disunity and factionalism but ensures accountability in the long run.

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11.

Which of the following practices is prohibited by election law in India?

Appealing to voters in the name of caste or religion

Spending ₹30 lakh in a Lok Sabha election constituency

Campaigning on television channels

Using slogans to attract voters

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12.

What principle is upheld by the system of universal adult franchise in India?

Only educated individuals can vote

Reserved constituencies are eliminated

Wealthier individuals get more votes

Each vote should have equal value

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13.

What is the maximum expenditure allowed for a candidate in an Assembly election constituency in India?

₹5 lakh

₹25 lakh

₹10 lakh

₹50 lakh

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14.

Who appoints the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) of India?

The President of India

The Supreme Court

The Parliament

The Prime Minister

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15.

What is the purpose of the Model Code of Conduct during elections?

To help candidates advertise better

To ensure free and fair elections

To guide voters on how to vote

To increase the voter turnout

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16.

What is the full form of VVPAT used in elections?

Voter Validated Polling Audit Trail

Voter Verified Paper Audit Trail

Voter Verified Poll Audit Trial

Voter Verified Paper Audit Trial

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17.

What is the effect of candidates spending large amounts of money on elections in India?

It guarantees their victory.

It has no effect on the election outcome.

It ensures free and fair elections.

It gives them an unfair advantage over smaller parties and independent candidates.

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18.

What is one of the responsibilities of the Election Commission during elections?

Announcing new government policies.

Drafting election manifestos for parties.

Counting votes directly at polling booths.

Implementing the Code of Conduct for candidates and parties.

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19.

What is the term for elections held to fill a vacancy caused by the death or resignation of a member?

By-election

Assembly election

Panchayat election

General election

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20.

What ensures the independence of the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) from the ruling party or government?

CEC is appointed by the Chief Justice of India.

CEC can only be removed by the Election Commission.

CEC reports directly to the Prime Minister.

CEC is not answerable to the President or government after appointment.

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