Outcomes of democracy (Quiz)

Welcome to your Outcomes of democracy (Quiz)

1.

In the context of assessing democracy, which among the following is the odd one out? Democracies need to ensure:

Dignity of the individual

Equal treatment before law

Majority rule

Free and fair elections

2.

What is the key message about democracy in achieving socio-economic goals?

Democracy replaces cultural diversity with uniformity

Democracy guarantees achieving all goals automatically

Democracy creates conditions for achieving goals, but citizens must act on them

Democracy has no role in achieving socio-economic goals

3.

What is the dilemma regarding democracy?

Democracy is better in principle but not in practice

Democracy cannot be implemented due to wars

Democracy is always superior in practice

People doubt whether democracy exists

4.

What is a key advantage of democracies in handling social divisions?

Suppression of internal differences

Permanent resolution of all conflicts

Evolving mechanisms to respect and negotiate differences

Ignoring minority opinions

5.

Why does democracy retain its value despite slower economic growth compared to dictatorships?

It has other positive outcomes and is legitimate

It avoids global cooperation issues

It guarantees economic equality

It focuses solely on public opinion

6.

What does public dissatisfaction with democracy indicate?

Lack of interest in governance

Success of democracy in raising citizen awareness

Failure of the democratic system

Decline in public participation

7.

What often happens in non-democratic regimes when dealing with social differences?

Conflicts are prevented through negotiation

Minority opinions are respected

Internal differences are suppressed or ignored

Social differences are peacefully resolved

8.

Why is democracy considered a better form of government?

It allows only one person to make decisions

It provides equality among citizens and corrects mistakes

It ensures no participation from citizens

It depends on military rule for decision-making

9.

Why is it easier for women to fight against discrimination in a democracy?

Democracies ignore gender issues

Democracies promote male dominance

Discrimination does not exist in democracies

Democracies provide moral and legal support for equality

10.

How are democracies different from one another despite having common features?

Because some democracies do not guarantee citizen rights

Because democracy is not a universal concept

Due to their social, economic, and cultural differences

Based on their military and monarchical histories

11.

What does the evidence suggest about economic growth under democracies and dictatorships (1950-2000)?

There was no measurable difference

Dictatorships had a slightly higher rate of growth

Democracies had a significantly higher rate of growth

Democracies lagged far behind dictatorships

12.

What often leads to conflicts among individuals in society?

Feeling of disrespect or lack of recognition

Political inequality among groups

Unequal distribution of wealth

Lack of economic opportunities

13.

How does democracy ensure accountability?

Through deliberation and following procedures

By restricting public participation

By eliminating elections

By empowering rulers to make unilateral decisions

14.

Studies on political and social inequalities in democracy show that:

Dictatorship is better than democracy.

Democracy and development go together.

Inequalities exist in democracies.

Inequalities do not exist under dictatorship.

15.

Which practices are essential to measure the outcomes of democracy?

Ruler’s discretion and secrecy in decision-making

Limited public participation; quick decisions

Eliminating elections; avoiding deliberation

Regular, free, and fair elections; open public debate

16.

What condition must democracies fulfill to remain accommodative?

Fixed representation for the wealthy

Permanent rule by the majority community

Exclusion of minorities from governance

Every citizen must have a chance to be in the majority at some point

17.

Why is democracy considered a legitimate form of government?

It is a government elected by the people

It never faces criticism

It eliminates corruption

It guarantees high economic growth

18.

What is the most basic outcome of democracy?

Quick decision-making

Elimination of public opinion

Unlimited power for rulers

Accountability and responsiveness to citizens

19.

How does democracy justify the delays in its decision-making process?

By emphasizing that following procedures ensures effective decisions

By limiting deliberation and negotiation

By prioritizing speed over public satisfaction

By avoiding public participation

20.

What role do citizens play in achieving the goals of democracy?

Citizens must follow the government without questioning

Citizens are solely dependent on the government

Citizens must take advantage of the conditions created by democracy

Citizens have no responsibilities in a democracy

21.

What are the common features of most democracies in the world?

Formal constitutions, elections, and guaranteed citizen rights

Military rule and no citizen rights

Monarchical rule and fixed social positions

No political parties or elections

22.

What is a key feature of democratic decision-making?

Decisions based on personal opinions of leaders

Transparency in procedures

Avoiding public debate

Speed over public acceptance

23.

In the context of democracies, which of the following ideas is correct – democracies have successfully eliminated:

The idea of political inequality

Conflicts among people

Differences of opinion about how marginalized sections are to be treated

Economic inequalities among people

24.

What has contributed to the growing recognition of respect and equal treatment for women in democracies?

Economic growth of nations

Reduced participation of women in politics

Long struggles by women for equality

Decline in male-dominated societies

25.

what does "rule by majority" imply in a democracy?

Majority groups work with minorities to represent a general view

Exclusion of minority groups from decision-making

Majority and minority opinions never change

Permanent dominance of a majority community

26.

Which factor is NOT mentioned as influencing economic development?

Global situation

Presence of free media

Economic priorities of the country

Country’s population size

27.

Which of the following statements about caste in a democratic society is correct?

Caste-based discrimination is officially encouraged in democracies.

Democracy strengthens claims for equal status and opportunities for disadvantaged castes.

Disadvantaged castes have no opportunity for political representation in a democracy.

Democracy promotes caste-based divisions in politics.

28.

What is the main difference between democracy and dictatorship ?

Democracy promotes equality; dictatorship does not

Democracy does not involve decision-making

Dictatorship ensures freedom for all

Democracy is not based on rules

29.

What is a reasonable expectation from democracies regarding economic disparities?

Democracies should increase economic growth at all costs

Democracies should ensure fair distribution of wealth and opportunities

Democracies should prioritize the rich over the poor

Democracies should ignore economic disparities

30.

What belief do most individuals hold about their vote in a democracy?

Their vote is controlled by political leaders

Their vote has no impact on governance

Their vote contributes to their self-interest and governance

Their vote is symbolic with no practical significance

31.

Which feature is typically missing in non-democratic governments?

Avoidance of public debate

Transparency and public accountability

Efficient decision-making

Quick implementation of policies

32.

What mechanism allows citizens to examine democratic decision-making processes?

Public opinion surveys

Transparency in governance

Restricted access to information

Majority votes without debate

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