Polity Practice Quiz 93

Q1.In the Indian Constitution, where are many of the laws that guard against misuse of authority contained?

A. Section on Fundamental Rights B. Directive Principles of State Policy C. Preamble D. Union List

Q2.On what grounds does the Indian Constitution prohibit discrimination?

A. Religion, race, caste, gender, and place of birth B. Religion, language, caste, and gender C. Race, ethnicity, gender, and age D. Caste, creed, color, and gender

Q3.What role does the Constitution play in countries that have adopted a democratic form of government?

A. Lays out important guidelines that govern decision-making B. Gives absolute power to the ruling party C. Abolishes the need for elections D. Dictates all economic policies

Q4.Why do we choose our leaders in a democracy?

A. So they can exercise power responsibly on our behalf B. So they can make all decisions independently C. So they can serve for life D. So they can ignore public opinion

Q5.What does the Constitution usually provide to safeguard against the possibility that leaders might misuse their authority?

A. Safeguards against misuse of authority B. Unlimited powers to the judiciary C. Complete immunity for leaders D. No checks on executive power

Q6.In the classroom situation described, how is the class monitor misusing his power?

A. By picking on Anil and falsely accusing him B. By maintaining discipline properly C. By reporting actual misbehavior D. By following the teacher's instructions

Q7.Which of the following situations is an example of a minister misusing his power?

A. Threatens to send his security staff to rough up his neighbour B. Refuses to sanction a project for sound technical reasons C. Calls the police to register a legitimate complaint D. Follows proper procedures in his ministry

Q8.What did the earlier Constitution mentioned in the source text state about the rule of the country?

A. The country was to be ruled by the King and his council of ministers B. The country was to be ruled by an elected parliament C. The country was to be ruled by a military junta D. The country was to be ruled by a president

Q9.What does the term 'tyranny of the majority' refer to in a democratic society?

A. A situation where the majority continuously enforces decisions that exclude minorities B. A situation where the minority imposes its will on the majority C. A situation where the government acts without any majority support D. A situation where all decisions are made unanimously

Q10.What is one reason why a Constitution is necessary in a democracy?

A. To prevent tyranny or domination by the majority over a minority B. To ensure that the majority always gets what it wants C. To eliminate the need for elections D. To allow the government to override minority rights

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Polity Practice Quiz 93