Electoral Politics (Quiz) - Social Science

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

The Parliament

The Prime Minister

The Supreme Court

The President of India

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

It removes the need for regular elections.

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

Aadhaar Card

Ration Card

Driving Licence

All of the above

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

543

600

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

Reserved constituencies are eliminated

Wealthier individuals get more votes

Only educated individuals can vote

Each vote should have equal value

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

To ensure fair representation of weaker sections in Parliament and Assemblies

To reduce the number of constituencies

To focus only on rural development

To eliminate competition in elections

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

It has no effect on the election outcome.

It guarantees their victory.

It ensures free and fair elections.

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

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Why are elections essential in a democracy?

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

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

They allow people to sit together and take all decisions.

They are not necessary for a democratic government to function.

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

₹25 lakh

₹50 lakh

₹5 lakh

₹10 lakh

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10.

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 is not answerable to the President or government after appointment.

CEC reports directly to the Prime Minister.

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11.

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.

Change the ruling government.

Cancel the election results for the entire country.

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12.

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

General election

By-election

Assembly election

Panchayat election

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13.

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

Only wealthy candidates win elections.

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

The ruling party always wins.

Incumbent candidates rarely lose elections.

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14.

What technology has replaced ballot papers in Indian elections?

Manual counting devices

Online voting portals

Biometric voting systems

Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs)

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15.

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

Campaigning on television channels

Spending ₹30 lakh in a Lok Sabha election constituency

Appealing to voters in the name of caste or religion

Using slogans to attract voters

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16.

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

To help candidates advertise better

To increase the voter turnout

To ensure free and fair elections

To guide voters on how to vote

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17.

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

Ministers laying foundation stones of projects after elections are announced

Using a party symbol during campaigns

Campaigning in local schools

Publishing election manifestos

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18.

What is the full form of VVPAT used in elections?

Voter Verified Paper Audit Trail

Voter Validated Polling Audit Trail

Voter Verified Paper Audit Trial

Voter Verified Poll Audit Trial

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19.

What does NOTA stand for in the context of elections?

Non-Offensive Term Agreement

No Opinion Toward Anyone

No Obligation To Answer

None of the Above

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20.

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

Implementing the Code of Conduct for candidates and parties.

Counting votes directly at polling booths.

Drafting election manifestos for parties.

Announcing new government policies.

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