Institutional Design
Multiple Choice Questions
1. What is the primary purpose of a constitution in a democracy?
a) To provide economic policies
b) To define the rights of citizens and government powers
c) To regulate market activities
d) To elect political leaders
2. Which of the following is NOT a feature of a democratic constitution?
a) Defines government institutions
b) Grants absolute power to one leader
c) Limits government powers
d) Protects the rights of citizens
3. Who was the chairman of the Drafting Committee of the Indian Constitution?
a) Mahatma Gandhi
b) Jawaharlal Nehru
c) B.R. Ambedkar
d) Sardar Patel
4. Why was the Constituent Assembly necessary for India?
a) To draft a new set of laws for colonial rule
b) To establish a monarchy
c) To frame a constitution reflecting democratic principles
d) To approve British laws
5. What does the Preamble of the Indian Constitution emphasize?
a) Religious governance
b) Social and economic inequalities
c) Justice, Liberty, Equality, and Fraternity
d) Power of the ruling party
6. Which among the following statements is true regarding the Indian Constitution?
a) It cannot be amended
b) It was influenced by multiple democratic traditions
c) It was drafted in a month
d) It was written only by British officials
Answers & Explanations
1. b) The constitution defines the rights of citizens and limits government powers.
2. b) A democratic constitution does not grant absolute power to any single leader.
3. c) B.R. Ambedkar was the chairman of the Drafting Committee.
4. c) The Constituent Assembly was set up to create a democratic framework.
5. c) The Preamble reflects the fundamental values of justice, liberty, equality, and fraternity.
6. b) The Indian Constitution was influenced by various democratic traditions worldwide.
Why Elections?
Multiple Choice Questions
1. What is the primary reason elections are essential in a democracy?
a) To ensure permanent rule of one party
b) To select representatives to govern on behalf of people
c) To reduce public participation in governance
d) To eliminate political competition
2. Which of the following is NOT a minimum condition for a democratic election?
a) Free and fair elections
b) The preferred candidate should get elected
c) Elections must be held at irregular intervals
d) Citizens should have the right to vote
3. What is political competition in elections?
a) Cooperation between all political parties
b) The contest between candidates and parties for public support
c) The absence of opposition candidates
d) The appointment of leaders by the government
4. Why do even non-democratic countries hold elections?
a) To genuinely allow public participation
b) To gain international legitimacy
c) To create political instability
d) To remove government officials
5. How often are general elections held in India for the Lok Sabha?
a) Every three years
b) Every five years
c) Every ten years
d) Whenever the ruling party decides
6. Which institution is responsible for conducting elections in India?
a) Supreme Court
b) Election Commission of India
c) Parliament
d) Prime Minister’s Office
Answers & Explanations
1. b) Elections allow people to select representatives to govern on their behalf.
2. c) Elections must be held regularly at fixed intervals, not irregularly.
3. b) Political competition means multiple candidates and parties contesting for power.
4. b) Non-democratic countries hold elections to gain legitimacy but often manipulate them.
5. b) General elections for Lok Sabha are held every five years.
6. b) The Election Commission of India is responsible for free and fair elections.
Assembly Elections in Haryana
Multiple Choice Questions
1. How many assembly constituencies are there in Haryana?
a) 75
b) 80
c) 90
d) 95
2. What is the term duration for a Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) in Haryana?
a) 3 years
b) 4 years
c) 5 years
d) 6 years
3. Which political party won a majority in the Haryana Assembly elections in 1987?
a) Indian National Congress
b) Bharatiya Janata Party
c) Lok Dal
d) Janata Party
4. In the Haryana Assembly elections, what is the role of the Election Commission?
a) To conduct elections and ensure fairness
b) To decide which party wins
c) To select candidates for each party
d) To control media coverage
5. What is the minimum age required to contest in the Haryana Assembly elections?
a) 18 years
b) 21 years
c) 25 years
d) 30 years
6. What type of electoral system is followed in Haryana Assembly elections?
a) Proportional representation
b) First-Past-The-Post system
c) Preferential voting system
d) Indirect election
Answers & Explanations
1. c) Haryana has 90 assembly constituencies.
2. c) The term for an MLA is five years.
3. c) Lok Dal won a majority in 1987.
4. a) The Election Commission ensures free and fair elections.
5. c) A candidate must be at least 25 years old to contest.
6. b) The First-Past-The-Post system is used in Haryana.
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