NCERT Class 9 Political Science — Chapter 1: What is democracy?

Consider the following statements regarding Representative Democracy: 1. It is the most common form of democracy in the modern world. 2. It is designed specifically for small communities where direct interaction is possible. 3. It allows every citizen to directly participate in every decision-making process. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

With reference to the electoral system in China, consider the following: 1. The National People’s Congress has the power to appoint the President of the country. 2. All members of the National People’s Congress are elected directly by the citizens. 3. Candidates require the approval of the Chinese Communist Party to contest elections. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding the political system in Mexico until 2000: 1. The country was under military rule for a significant portion of the 20th century. 2. Elections were held regularly every six years to elect the President. 3. The Institutional Revolutionary Party (PRI) won every election until 2000. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Based on the political experiences of China and Mexico, which one of the following is considered an essential feature of a democracy?

With reference to the "Gram Sabha", consider the following: 1. It is a key element of direct democracy where people directly participate in decision-making. 2. It functions as a representative body similar to the State Legislative Assembly. 3. It consists of all adults whose names are included in the electoral rolls of the village. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?