NCERT Class 6 Political Science — Chapter 1: What is Government?

The state of Telangana was carved out of the bifurcation of which existing state?

What was the primary demand of the Suffragette movement?

Consider the following pairs regarding the year women got the right to vote: 1. American women : 1920 2. Women in the UK : 1928 Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?

Mahatma Gandhi criticized the restriction of voting rights based on wealth by stating that it penalized a person for the "crime" of being:

In a democratic system, the relationship of the government to the citizenry is primarily characterized by:

The source of a government's authority to make and enforce decisions primarily depends on:

In the absence of the power to enforce laws, the legislative authority of a government renders its decisions:

In the context of a representative democracy, consider the following: 1. Citizens participate in the political process indirectly through elected representatives. 2. Representatives are selected primarily through a hereditary succession process. 3. Elected representatives meet and make decisions for the entire population. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Who among the following criticized the idea that a poor, honest worker should be denied the right to vote?

The principle that "democracy is rule by the people" primarily implies that:

Consider the following statements regarding the fundamental responsibilities of a government: 1. It is responsible for protecting national boundaries and maintaining international relations. 2. It is constitutionally prohibited from regulating the prices of essential commodities. 3. It is precluded from intervening in social issues to ensure market neutrality. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements about the government's judicial role: 1. If a dispute arises, it is resolved by institutions outside the government framework. 2. If a crime is committed, the legal recourse involves the government. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

In which year was the state of Telangana officially formed as the 29th State of India?

The government exercises leadership on behalf of the people by: 1. Delegating all domestic decision-making powers to international organisations. 2. Implementing decisions on behalf of the population. 3. Maintaining law and order within the territory. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Which of the following best characterizes the relationship between the government and the judiciary in the context of law enforcement?

Consider the following statements regarding a Democracy: 1. The people grant power to the government through the election process. 2. The government is constitutionally exempt from explaining its actions to the people. 3. Unelected military officials automatically form the government. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

The political philosophy described as "rule by the people" refers to:

Which of the following statements best describes the status of voting rights in India prior to Independence?

In which of the following journals did Mahatma Gandhi advocate for Universal Adult Franchise in 1931?

The women's suffrage movement gained significant momentum during which of the following historical events?

Consider the following statements about the government's role in the economy: 1. It is prohibited from operating commercial services such as the Railways. 2. It intervenes in the market to control the prices of essential commodities when necessary. 3. It enforces regulations to ensure fair practices in private businesses. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding the pre-independence voting system in India: 1. The minority determined the fate of the majority. 2. Voting eligibility was based on the principle of universal adult franchise. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Which one of the following represents a fundamental difference between a democracy and a monarchy regarding accountability?

What does the term 'Universal Adult Franchise' imply in a democratic context?

What was the primary rationale behind the demand for Universal Adult Franchise in India?

Consider the following statements regarding the "Suffragette Movement": 1. The term 'suffragette' is derived from the word 'suffrage', meaning the right to vote. 2. The movement was fully supported by the government, ensuring no activists were imprisoned. 3. The movement was exclusively peaceful and avoided all forms of protest. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

With reference to the necessity of government, consider the following 1. Rules are required to control resources and protect the territory of a country. 2. Leadership is redundant as communities can self-regulate without central decision-making. 3. Courts are considered an integral part of the government structure. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

What does the term 'suffrage' refer to in the context of political rights?