Polity Practice Quiz 25

Q1.Which of the following became shared ideals in India due to the nature of democratic politics, ensuring the spirit of federalism?

A. Economic self-sufficiency and technological advancement B. Respect for diversity and desire for living together C. Military dominance and global leadership D. Centralized governance and uniform laws

Q2.What was identified as the first and a major test for democratic politics in India, according to the provided text?

A. The establishment of a uniform civil code B. The creation of linguistic States C. The integration of princely states D. The implementation of five-year plans

Q3.Besides language, on what other bases were some States, such as Nagaland, Uttarakhand, and Jharkhand, created?

A. Economic viability and industrial potential. B. Strategic military importance and border security. C. Culture, ethnicity, or geography. D. Historical royal lineage and traditional customs.

Q4.What was the initial apprehension of some national leaders regarding the formation of States on the basis of language?

A. It would lead to economic instability. B. It would cause administrative difficulties. C. It would lead to the disintegration of the country. D. It would promote regional disparities.

Q5.What has been the actual experience regarding the formation of linguistic States in India, according to the provided text?

A. It has made administration more complex. B. It has led to increased regional conflicts. C. It has actually made the country more united and administration easier. D. It has resulted in a decline in national identity.

Q6.Which of the following statements is true regarding the status of a national language in India, as per the Constitution?

A. Hindi was declared the national language. B. English was declared the national language. C. The Constitution did not give the status of national language to any one language. D. All Scheduled Languages were given national language status.

Q7.Which language was identified as the official language of India by the Constitution?

A. English B. Bengali C. Hindi D. Tamil

Q8.Approximately what percentage of Indians have Hindi as their mother tongue, according to the provided text?

A. About 20 per cent B. About 40 per cent C. About 60 per cent D. About 80 per cent

Q9.Besides Hindi, how many other languages are recognized as Scheduled Languages by the Indian Constitution?

A. 14 B. 18 C. 21 D. 22

Q10.According to the Constitution, when was the use of English for official purposes supposed to stop?

A. 1950 B. 1965 C. 1975 D. 1980

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Polity Practice Quiz 25