Electoral Politics (Quiz) - Social Science

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Why is political competition important in a democracy?

It removes the need for regular elections.

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

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

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

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

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

It guarantees their victory.

It ensures free and fair elections.

It has no effect on the election outcome.

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

₹50 lakh

₹25 lakh

₹5 lakh

₹10 lakh

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

Appealing to voters in the name of caste or religion

Using slogans to attract voters

Spending ₹30 lakh in a Lok Sabha election constituency

Campaigning on television channels

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

To eliminate competition in elections

To focus only on rural development

To reduce the number of constituencies

To ensure fair representation of weaker sections in Parliament and Assemblies

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

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

The ruling party always wins.

Incumbent candidates rarely lose elections.

Only wealthy candidates win elections.

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

Assembly election

General election

Panchayat election

By-election

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

543

600

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What does NOTA stand for in the context of elections?

No Obligation To Answer

No Opinion Toward Anyone

Non-Offensive Term Agreement

None of the Above

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10.

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

The President of India

The Prime Minister

The Supreme Court

The Parliament

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11.

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

To guide voters on how to vote

To increase the voter turnout

To ensure free and fair elections

To help candidates advertise better

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12.

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

All of the above

Driving Licence

Ration Card

Aadhaar Card

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13.

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

Campaigning in local schools

Publishing election manifestos

Using a party symbol during campaigns

Ministers laying foundation stones of projects after elections are announced

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14.

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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15.

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

Order a repoll in specific booths or the entire constituency.

Reprimand the opposition parties.

Cancel the election results for the entire country.

Change the ruling government.

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16.

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

CEC reports directly to the Prime Minister.

CEC is appointed by the Chief Justice of India.

CEC can only be removed by the Election Commission.

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

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17.

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

Implementing the Code of Conduct for candidates and parties.

Announcing new government policies.

Drafting election manifestos for parties.

Counting votes directly at polling booths.

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18.

What technology has replaced ballot papers in Indian elections?

Online voting portals

Biometric voting systems

Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs)

Manual counting devices

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19.

Why are elections essential in a democracy?

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

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.

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20.

What is the full form of VVPAT used in elections?

Voter Verified Poll Audit Trial

Voter Validated Polling Audit Trail

Voter Verified Paper Audit Trail

Voter Verified Paper Audit Trial

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