Class 9 Social Science NCERT MCQs-DEMOCRATIC POLITICS-chapter 3-Electoral Politics
NCERT MCQs of Class 9 Social Science(DEMOCRATIC POLITICS) chapter no 3 Electoral Politics
1) What is the primary purpose of elections in a democracy?
(a) To create new laws
(b) To select leaders who will form the government
(c) To implement policies
(d) To determine military strategies
Answer: (b) To select leaders who will form the government
Explanation: Elections allow citizens to choose representatives who will govern on their behalf.
2) Which of the following is an essential feature of a democratic election?
(a) Secret ballot
(b) One candidate only
(c) Voting restricted to a select few
(d) Controlled media
Answer: (a) Secret ballot
Explanation: A secret ballot ensures that voters can choose candidates without fear or pressure.
3) Which institution in India oversees elections to ensure they are free and fair?
(a) Parliament
(b) Election Commission of India
(c) Supreme Court
(d) State Assemblies
Answer: (b) Election Commission of India
Explanation: The Election Commission is an independent body responsible for conducting free and fair elections.
4) How often are elections held for the Lok Sabha in India?
(a) Every 4 years
(b) Every 5 years
(c) Every 6 years
(d) Every 10 years
Answer: (b) Every 5 years
Explanation: Lok Sabha elections are held every 5 years unless the house is dissolved earlier.
5) What does a constituency represent in the electoral process?
(a) A political party
(b) A specific geographic area represented by an elected official
(c) A government department
(d) A court ruling
Answer: (b) A specific geographic area represented by an elected official
Explanation: Constituencies are divided geographical areas from which representatives are elected.
6) What does the Model Code of Conduct regulate?
(a) Election advertisements
(b) Political parties’ conduct during elections
(c) Taxation policies
(d) Media coverage of sports
Answer: (b) Political parties’ conduct during elections
Explanation: The Model Code of Conduct ensures that political parties follow fair practices and ethical behavior during elections.
7) Who has the right to vote in India?
(a) All citizens above 18 years of age
(b) Citizens above 21 years of age
(c) Only taxpayers
(d) Only property owners
Answer: (a) All citizens above 18 years of age
Explanation: Universal adult franchise allows all citizens aged 18 and above to vote.
8) What is the minimum age to contest Lok Sabha elections in India?
(a) 18 years
(b) 21 years
(c) 25 years
(d) 30 years
Answer: (c) 25 years
Explanation: A candidate must be at least 25 years old to contest elections for the Lok Sabha.
9) What does the term "electorate" mean?
(a) A body of elected representatives
(b) All eligible voters in a country
(c) Political leaders of a country
(d) Election candidates
Answer: (b) All eligible voters in a country
Explanation: The electorate consists of all individuals eligible to vote in an election.
10) Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the Election Commission?
(a) Conducting elections
(b) Implementing the Model Code of Conduct
(c) Declaring election results
(d) Amending the Constitution
Answer: (d) Amending the Constitution
Explanation: The Election Commission conducts elections but does not have the authority to amend the Constitution.
11) What is meant by the term "free and fair elections"?
(a) Elections controlled by the ruling party
(b) Elections conducted without bias and with equal opportunity for all
(c) Elections that only wealthy candidates can contest
(d) Elections conducted without voter secrecy
Answer: (b) Elections conducted without bias and with equal opportunity for all
Explanation: Free and fair elections ensure equal opportunity for candidates and unbiased administration.
12) What happens when there is a violation of the Model Code of Conduct?
(a) Elections are declared void
(b) The Election Commission can take action against the violators
(c) The results are postponed
(d) The party is banned permanently
Answer: (b) The Election Commission can take action against the violators
Explanation: The Election Commission has the authority to enforce the Model Code of Conduct and penalize violators.
13) Which voting system is followed in India?
(a) Proportional representation
(b) First-past-the-post
(c) Mixed-member proportional system
(d) Preferential voting
Answer: (b) First-past-the-post
Explanation: In the first-past-the-post system, the candidate with the highest votes in a constituency wins.
14) What does the term "reservation of seats" mean in the electoral system?
(a) Seats reserved for certain castes, tribes, and women in legislatures
(b) Seats reserved for the ruling party
(c) Seats reserved for industrialists
(d) Seats reserved for foreign nationals
Answer: (a) Seats reserved for certain castes, tribes, and women in legislatures
Explanation: Reservation of seats ensures representation for marginalized communities and women in the legislature.
15) What is an election manifesto?
(a) A document outlining a political party's policies and promises
(b) A list of candidates
(c) An official voting register
(d) A legal document
Answer: (a) A document outlining a political party's policies and promises
Explanation: Political parties release manifestos to communicate their plans and promises to the voters.
16) What is the minimum age for voting in India as per the Constitution?
(a) 16 years
(b) 18 years
(c) 21 years
(d) 25 years
Answer: (b) 18 years
Explanation: The 61st Amendment to the Constitution reduced the voting age from 21 to 18 years.
17) What is the role of the Returning Officer in an election?
(a) To oversee polling booths
(b) To ensure free and fair voting
(c) To oversee counting and declare results
(d) All of the above
Answer: (d) All of the above
Explanation: Returning Officers ensure smooth conduct of elections, from polling to counting votes and declaring results.
18) Which of the following statements is true about election campaigns?
(a) They promote a specific candidate or party
(b) They educate voters about policies
(c) They help voters make informed choices
(d) All of the above
Answer: (d) All of the above
Explanation: Election campaigns promote candidates, educate voters, and provide information to help voters decide.
19) Who can file a nomination for elections in India?
(a) Any eligible citizen who meets the criteria
(b) Only members of political parties
(c) Only government employees
(d) Only wealthy individuals
Answer: (a) Any eligible citizen who meets the criteria
Explanation: Any citizen who fulfills the eligibility criteria can file a nomination for elections.
20) What ensures that elections are conducted in a transparent manner?
(a) Use of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs)
(b) Presence of observers
(c) Voter ID verification
(d) All of the above
Answer: (d) All of the above
Explanation: Measures like EVMs, observers, and voter verification ensure transparency in elections.
21) What is the purpose of a polling booth?
(a) To declare election results
(b) To allow voters to cast their votes in a secure environment
(c) To distribute election funds
(d) To organize election campaigns
Answer: (b) To allow voters to cast their votes in a secure environment
Explanation: Polling booths are set up to ensure that voters can cast their votes confidentially and securely.
22) Which political party or coalition won the Lok Sabha elections in 1977?
(a) Indian National Congress
(b) Janata Party
(c) BJP
(d) CPI(M)
Answer: (b) Janata Party
Explanation: The Janata Party defeated the Congress in the 1977 elections, marking the first non-Congress government in India.
23) What is the primary function of a voter ID card in India?
(a) To identify voters and prevent fraud
(b) To restrict voting
(c) To track voter preferences
(d) To monitor political parties
Answer: (a) To identify voters and prevent fraud
Explanation: Voter ID cards ensure that only eligible citizens vote, preventing impersonation and fraud.
24) What does NOT occur during an election campaign?
(a) Candidates appeal for votes
(b) Political parties release manifestos
(c) Election results are declared
(d) Rallies and debates are organized
Answer: (c) Election results are declared
Explanation: Election campaigns focus on garnering support; results are declared after the voting process.
25) How are reserved constituencies identified in India?
(a) Based on the strength of political parties
(b) Based on the population of Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes in the area
(c) By the Election Commission randomly
(d) By the ruling government
Answer: (b) Based on the population of Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes in the area
Explanation: Reserved constituencies are allocated in areas with significant populations of SCs and STs to ensure their representation.
26) Who appoints the Chief Election Commissioner of India?
(a) The President of India
(b) The Prime Minister
(c) The Parliament
(d) The Supreme Court
Answer: (a) The President of India
Explanation: The Chief Election Commissioner is appointed by the President to oversee the Election Commission.
27) What does the term "first-past-the-post" signify?
(a) The candidate with the highest votes wins
(b) All candidates need majority votes to win
(c) A proportional representation system
(d) Only one candidate can contest
Answer: (a) The candidate with the highest votes wins
Explanation: In the first-past-the-post system, the candidate with the most votes in a constituency wins, even without a majority.
28) Which of the following ensures equal opportunity in elections?
(a) Code of Conduct
(b) Voter education
(c) Media neutrality
(d) All of the above
Answer: (d) All of the above
Explanation: A fair election process requires a Code of Conduct, voter education, and unbiased media.
29) What is the minimum voting percentage required for a political party to be recognized as a national party in India?
(a) 4% of total votes
(b) 6% of total votes
(c) 8% of total votes
(d) 10% of total votes
Answer: (b) 6% of total votes
Explanation: A political party must secure at least 6% of total votes in Lok Sabha or Assembly elections and win seats in four states to be recognized as a national party.
30) What ensures impartiality in the election process?
(a) Presence of polling agents
(b) Election observers
(c) Independent Election Commission
(d) All of the above
Answer: (d) All of the above
Explanation: Impartiality is maintained through polling agents, observers, and the independence of the Election Commission.
31) What is the role of a political party during elections?
(a) To organize public debates
(b) To mobilize voters and contest elections
(c) To enforce the Model Code of Conduct
(d) To distribute voter ID cards
Answer: (b) To mobilize voters and contest elections
Explanation: Political parties play a crucial role in mobilizing voters, campaigning, and contesting elections.
32) What does the Election Commission use to make voting simpler and tamper-proof?
(a) Postal ballots
(b) Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs)
(c) Online voting systems
(d) Paper ballots
Answer: (b) Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs)
Explanation: EVMs simplify the voting process and reduce the possibility of fraud or tampering.
33) What happens if no candidate secures the majority in a constituency?
(a) Re-election is held
(b) The candidate with the highest votes wins
(c) The Election Commission decides the winner
(d) The leading party selects a candidate
Answer: (b) The candidate with the highest votes wins
Explanation: In the first-past-the-post system, the candidate with the most votes wins, regardless of majority.
34) What is NOT a feature of Indian elections?
(a) Universal adult franchise
(b) Reservation of seats
(c) Rigged voting
(d) Secret ballot
Answer: (c) Rigged voting
Explanation: Rigging is illegal and goes against the principles of free and fair elections.
35) What is the duration of the election campaign as per Indian law?
(a) Unlimited time
(b) 2 months
(c) 2 weeks
(d) 1 month
Answer: (d) 1 month
Explanation: Election campaigns in India are typically limited to one month to ensure fairness and manage costs.
36) Which of the following promotes voter participation?
(a) Voter education campaigns
(b) Accessible polling booths
(c) Use of Voter ID cards
(d) All of the above
Answer: (d) All of the above
Explanation: Measures like voter education, accessible booths, and ID verification encourage voter participation.
37) What is the importance of constituency delimitation?
(a) It prevents rigging
(b) It ensures equal population representation in constituencies
(c) It increases the number of polling booths
(d) It reduces campaign costs
Answer: (b) It ensures equal population representation in constituencies
Explanation: Delimitation ensures that constituencies represent roughly equal populations, maintaining fairness.
38) Who conducts elections for the Panchayati Raj institutions?
(a) State Election Commissions
(b) Election Commission of India
(c) Local political parties
(d) State governments
Answer: (a) State Election Commissions
Explanation: State Election Commissions oversee local body elections, including Panchayati Raj institutions.
39) Which Amendment reduced the voting age in India from 21 to 18 years?
(a) 42nd Amendment
(b) 61st Amendment
(c) 73rd Amendment
(d) 44th Amendment
Answer: (b) 61st Amendment
Explanation: The 61st Amendment (1988) lowered the voting age, expanding the electorate.
40) What is an Independent Candidate?
(a) A candidate not affiliated with any political party
(b) A candidate chosen by the Election Commission
(c) A candidate who is a government employee
(d) A candidate with international funding
Answer: (a) A candidate not affiliated with any political party
Explanation: Independent candidates contest elections without representing any political party.
41) What is the main objective of the Election Commission of India?
(a) To promote a specific political party
(b) To conduct free and fair elections
(c) To determine tax policies
(d) To draft government policies
Answer: (b) To conduct free and fair elections
Explanation: The Election Commission ensures impartiality in the electoral process, safeguarding democracy.
42) What is a by-election?
(a) Elections held after the regular term ends
(b) Elections held to fill a vacant seat due to resignation or death
(c) Elections held for local government
(d) Elections held only for national parties
Answer: (b) Elections held to fill a vacant seat due to resignation or death
Explanation: By-elections are conducted to fill a seat that becomes vacant during the tenure of the legislature.
43) What does "universal adult franchise" mean?
(a) All citizens above a certain age can vote regardless of caste, gender, or wealth
(b) Only educated citizens can vote
(c) Only property owners can vote
(d) Voting is restricted to men
Answer: (a) All citizens above a certain age can vote regardless of caste, gender, or wealth
Explanation: Universal adult franchise ensures equality in voting rights for all adult citizens.
44) What does the term "NOTA" stand for in Indian elections?
(a) Note of Transparency Agreement
(b) None of the Above
(c) Notification of Territorial Areas
(d) Non-Operative Technical Amendment
Answer: (b) None of the Above
Explanation: The NOTA option allows voters to reject all candidates contesting in the election.
45) Who is responsible for the delimitation of constituencies in India?
(a) Parliament
(b) Delimitation Commission
(c) Election Commission
(d) Supreme Court
Answer: (b) Delimitation Commission
Explanation: The Delimitation Commission ensures that constituencies are reorganized based on population changes.
46) What is the purpose of election observers?
(a) To monitor polling and ensure fair practices
(b) To support specific candidates
(c) To count votes
(d) To manage election campaigns
Answer: (a) To monitor polling and ensure fair practices
Explanation: Election observers are deployed to oversee polling and ensure transparency in the election process.
47) Which of the following disqualifies a candidate from contesting elections in India?
(a) Conviction in a criminal case
(b) Not holding a voter ID card
(c) Being unemployed
(d) Being an independent candidate
Answer: (a) Conviction in a criminal case
Explanation: Candidates convicted of certain criminal offenses are disqualified from contesting elections.
48) Which of these rights is necessary for conducting free and fair elections?
(a) Right to Freedom of Speech and Expression
(b) Right to Freedom of Religion
(c) Right to Property
(d) Right to Equality
Answer: (a) Right to Freedom of Speech and Expression
Explanation: Freedom of speech allows candidates and voters to express their opinions without fear, essential for democracy.
49) What is the main purpose of reserving seats in legislatures for women?
(a) To promote gender equality in governance
(b) To restrict male participation
(c) To encourage the majority party
(d) To ensure family representation
Answer: (a) To promote gender equality in governance
Explanation: Reserved seats for women ensure their participation in political decision-making and reduce gender disparity.
50) What is the process of challenging election results in India?
(a) File a petition in the Election Commission
(b) File an election petition in the High Court
(c) Appeal directly to the Supreme Court
(d) Organize a public rally
Answer: (b) File an election petition in the High Court
Explanation: Disputes regarding election results must be addressed through election petitions filed in the High Court.
51) What does the symbol of a political party signify?
(a) The candidate’s personality
(b) The party’s identity and recognition
(c) The region the party represents
(d) The party’s economic status
Answer: (b) The party’s identity and recognition
Explanation: Party symbols help voters easily identify their preferred candidates on the ballot.
52) What happens in a coalition government?
(a) One party forms the government independently
(b) Multiple parties join together to form the government
(c) The judiciary governs the country
(d) Elections are postponed
Answer: (b) Multiple parties join together to form the government
Explanation: A coalition government is formed when no single party achieves a majority, and parties collaborate to govern.
53) What is the purpose of publishing election manifestos?
(a) To declare party policies and promises to voters
(b) To nominate candidates
(c) To approve election symbols
(d) To conduct voter registration
Answer: (a) To declare party policies and promises to voters
Explanation: Manifestos outline a party’s vision, policies, and commitments to gain voter support.
54) What are electoral rolls?
(a) A list of candidates contesting elections
(b) A list of eligible voters in a constituency
(c) A record of election results
(d) A schedule of campaign events
Answer: (b) A list of eligible voters in a constituency
Explanation: Electoral rolls ensure that only registered voters participate in elections.
55) Which body is responsible for counting votes in Indian elections?
(a) Polling agents
(b) Election Commission
(c) State Election Commission
(d) Returning Officers
Answer: (d) Returning Officers
Explanation: Returning Officers are responsible for overseeing the counting process and declaring results.
56) Why are election campaigns regulated by law?
(a) To ensure a level playing field for all candidates
(b) To control voter turnout
(c) To support ruling parties
(d) To discourage new candidates
Answer: (a) To ensure a level playing field for all candidates
Explanation: Regulations prevent unfair practices and ensure fair competition during campaigns.
57) What is the maximum limit for election spending set by the Election Commission for Lok Sabha elections?
(a) ₹50 lakh
(b) ₹70 lakh
(c) ₹1 crore
(d) ₹1.5 crore
Answer: (b) ₹70 lakh
Explanation: The Election Commission sets a maximum spending limit to curb excessive use of money in elections.
58) What ensures that the voting process is inclusive?
(a) Accessible polling booths
(b) Braille-enabled EVMs
(c) Special provisions for senior citizens
(d) All of the above
Answer: (d) All of the above
Explanation: Inclusive measures like accessible booths and Braille-enabled EVMs ensure everyone can vote.
59) What does the term "election dispute" refer to?
(a) A disagreement between voters
(b) A challenge to election results or procedures
(c) A fight during campaigning
(d) A delay in vote counting
Answer: (b) A challenge to election results or procedures
Explanation: Election disputes involve allegations of malpractice or irregularities in the election process.
60) Which factor most influences voting behavior in India?
(a) Economic background
(b) Religion and caste
(c) Party policies and leadership
(d) All of the above
Answer: (d) All of the above
Explanation: Voting behavior in India is influenced by a combination of factors, including caste, religion, policies, and leadership.
MCQs from the exercise part of the chapter.
1) Which of the following statements about the reasons for conducting elections are false?
a) Elections enable people to judge the performance of the government.
b) People select the representative of their choice in an election.
c) Elections enable people to evaluate the performance of the judiciary.
d) People can indicate which policies they prefer.
Answer: c) Elections enable people to
evaluate the performance of the judiciary.
Explanation:
The
judiciary operates independently and is not evaluated through
elections. Elections are conducted to judge the performance of the
government, select representatives, and express policy preferences.
2) Which of these is not a good reason to say that Indian elections are democratic?
a) India has the largest number of voters in the world.
b) India’s Election Commission is very powerful.
c) In India, everyone above the age of 18 has a right to vote.
d) In India, the losing parties accept the electoral verdict.
Answer: a) India has the largest number
of voters in the world.
Explanation:
The
size of the electorate (number of voters) does not determine the
democratic nature of elections. Features like a powerful Election
Commission, universal adult franchise, and acceptance of the
electoral verdict reflect democracy.
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